Just when you think there are already enough Chinese restaurants and that no more could possibly stand out in Cairo, another one with a unique twist opens its doors. Chinese cuisine is more than spring rolls and sweet and sour chicken—it encompasses a culinary tradition with a deep cultural history, with a wide range of techniques, flavors, and tastes to explore, reflecting the sheer diversity of China’s provinces. China’s vast geography also means there are countless variations of a single dish, each with its own unique story to tell. What makes Chinese cuisine especially fascinating is the depth of subtle details that often go unnoticed. A simple bowl of noodles, for example, may seem bland at first glance, yet it holds layers of complexity. Noodles may look similar, but their flavors and textures can vary widely based on ingredients, cooking methods, and regional styles. As a long-time fan of Chinese cuisine, I was intrigued to try YIWAN, a Chinese restaurant in the Rehab area of New Cairo, known for its specialty in authentic Lanzhou Beef Noodles, a traditional Chinese method of hand-pulling noodles. At first, the question that might come…
Lanzhou Beef Noodles: Bringing Authentic Flavors from North China to Cairo
December 15, 2024
