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152-year-old White Pagoda Temple Pharmacy Transforms into a “Fun Pharmacy,” Creating a “Museum-like” Traditional Chinese Medicine Experience
The check-in area showcases various traditional Chinese medicines (TCM) and classic prescriptions, while the interactive experience area demonstrates traditional TCM techniques. Recently, the White Pagoda Temple Pharmacy on Fuchengmen Nei Street has been refreshed, breaking away from the conventional pharmacy format to become a "fun pharmacy" where customers can experience TCM culture up close. Additionally, by hosting diverse TCM educational activities in the pharmacy at irregular intervals, it has adopted a pharmacy + "museum-like" model. "This is an innovative new attempt," said a spokesperson for Beijing White Pagoda Temple Pharmacy. Creating a "Museum-like" Traditional Chinese Medicine Space The White Pagoda Temple Pharmacy, established in 1872, has a 152-year history, originally known as Qi Hui Tang and Da He Tang. The pharmacy has undergone several renovations throughout its history. In 1953, Qi Hui Tang and Da He Tang pharmacies were nationalized and became the Second Branch of the Beijing Corporation of China Pharmaceutical Company. At the end of the 1970s, the "State-Owned Second Branch" and the Xicheng District Herbal Medicine Company built a five-story building on the original site, which reopened in 1980 as the White Pagoda Temple Pharmacy. In 2013, to align with the renovation of the Fuju Scenic Cultural… -
How to Make Scallion Oil Noodles
Noodles are a "fast food" in many small households, easy and quick to prepare, yet flavorful to eat. A bowl of scallion oil noodles may seem simple, but it still requires some skill to make it well. Next, the editor will introduce how to make scallion oil noodles, as well as two other noodle recipes.How to Make Scallion Oil NoodlesIngredients150g noodles, 5g chopped scallions. An appropriate amount of salad oil, scallion segments, and soy sauce.Method1. Heat oil in a pot and add scallion segments to fry until fragrant. The scallion oil is now ready.2. Cook noodles in boiling water until done, then rinse with cold water and drain. Place noodles in a bowl, add scallion oil and soy sauce, mix well, and sprinkle with chopped scallions before serving.How to Make Scallion Beef NoodlesIngredients150g noodles, 40g scallion segments, 20g beef strips, 10g carrot strips. An appropriate amount of salad oil, tenderizer, salt, starch, soy sauce, monosodium glutamate, chicken powder, garlic paste, and sesame oil.Method1. Mix soy sauce, monosodium glutamate, chicken powder, garlic paste, and sesame oil to make a flavoring sauce. Marinate beef strips with tenderizer, salt, and starch, then stir-fry briefly in hot oil and drain. Cook noodles in boiling… -
How Much Do You Know About Gongfu Tea?
When it comes to gongfu tea, many people think of gongfu black tea or Chaozhou-style gongfu tea, but few know why it is called gongfu tea. Is it because the variety of the tea leaves is named gongfu? Let's talk about what gongfu tea really is. Generally speaking, gongfu refers to the time and effort spent on something, as well as the meticulousness and refinement involved, or the skill and expertise attained in a particular field. Black Tea Gongfu Tea In the category of black teas, gongfu tea is a type of refined black tea. It is named gongfu tea (or gongfu black tea) due to the extremely meticulous processing during both preliminary and final production stages. In the Qing Dynasty, gongfu tea referred to black tea and some Wuyi oolong teas. The monk Chaoquan, who lived as a commoner after the fall of the Ming Dynasty, became a monk in Mount Wuyi in the thirtieth year of the Kangxi era of the Qing Dynasty and developed an affinity for Wuyi tea. In his poem "The Song of Wuyi Tea," he writes, "It smells like plum blossoms and orchids, and its fragrance is achieved through careful baking. The teapot is… -
How to Make Fermented Tofu Water Spinach
The water spinach contains a relatively rich amount of crude fiber, which promotes bowel movement and has a laxative and detoxifying effect. I often buy a bundle to stir-fry at home. Sometimes with garlic, sometimes with red fermented tofu, or white fermented tofu, each has its own unique flavor. I particularly love the taste when cooked with white fermented tofu. It is very convenient to cook, and there's no culinary skill required; just quickly stir-fry it and add the fermented tofu for seasoning. It is a dish that detoxifies and cleanses the intestines, especially suitable for health-conscious women who are concerned about gaining weight. Method 1 of Fermented Tofu Water Spinach Ingredients: Main Ingredients: 400 grams of water spinach. Seasonings: 2 tablespoons of peanut oil, 1/3 teaspoon of salt, 4 cloves of garlic, 2 red chili peppers, 20 ml of water, 1 piece of white fermented tofu. Steps: 1. Wash the water spinach thoroughly, then cut into sections 3-5 cm long. Crush the garlic and finely chop it, slice the chili peppers into strips, and in 20 ml of cold water, crumble the fermented tofu and set aside as the fermented tofu sauce. 2. Heat a wok, pour in enough… -
Simple Recipe for Banana Fritters with Caramel Sauce
The banana fritters with caramel sauce are a favorite dessert dish for many people. However, there is some skill involved in the frying process, as many find that their bananas turn out soft and limp, affecting both the appearance and taste. Given how popular this dish is, we have compiled below a recipe for banana fritters with caramel sauce that might help you create a delicious and nutritious version.Ingredients for Banana Fritters with Caramel SauceMain IngredientsBananas, eggs.Secondary IngredientsCornstarch, flour, sugar, peanut oil.Preparation for Banana Fritters with Caramel SauceEgg Preparation1. Crack the egg into a bowl and beat it evenly with chopsticks or an egg beater; 2. Add flour and cornstarch to the beaten egg and stir to form a batter.Banana Preparation1. Peel the bananas and cut them into chunks using a rolling cut method; 2. Dust the bananas lightly with dry cornstarch; 3. Dip the prepared bananas in the egg batter and set aside.Preparation for Frying Banana Fritters with Caramel SauceGetting Ready to Fry1. Pour peanut oil into a wok and heat it until it reaches 60% heat (around 350°F); 2. Fry the bananas one by one until golden brown, then remove and drain the oil.Key Steps1. Clean the wok,… -
Rice Paper
Basic Introduction to Rice PaperRice paper is a traditional classical paper used for Chinese calligraphy and painting, and is one of the traditional Han Chinese paper-making techniques. It originated in Jing County, Anhui Province, and was named "Xuan Paper" after Xuan City, which was then the seat of Ningguo Prefecture. On September 30, 2009, Xuan paper was recognized by UNESCO and included in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.Rice paper has been in use since the Tang Dynasty and has continued through the ages. Due to its ease of preservation, durability without becoming brittle, and resistance to fading, it is known as "paper with a thousand-year life."Rice paper is divided into raw paper and processed paper based on processing methods. According to the degree of ink absorption, it is classified into unprocessed rice paper, half-processed rice paper, and processed rice paper. Unprocessed rice paper is used for calligraphy and freehand painting, while processed rice paper is used for meticulous painting. Product CharacteristicsRice paper features "toughness yet capable of retaining moisture, smoothness without being slippery, whiteness and density, pure texture, resistance to creasing and folding, strong ink absorption," as well as unique permeability and lubrication properties. When… -
Small town in E China cultivates thriving calligraphy brush industry
Photo shows calligraphy brushes from Wengang township, Jinxian county, Nanchang city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Wu Siyu) With a population of less than 50,000, Wengang township in Jinxian county, Nanchang city, east China's Jiangxi Province produced 820 million calligraphy brushes in 2023, with a total output value of 2.32 billion yuan ($319.5 million). In the same year, the sales revenue of calligraphy brushes and related cultural products reached 8.25 billion yuan. Photo shows calligraphy brushes from Wengang township, Jinxian county, Nanchang city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Wu Siyu) A craftsman makes a calligraphy brush in Wengang township, Jinxian county, Nanchang city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Liu Lixin) Wengang has a long history of producing calligraphy brushes. Introduced during the Eastern Jin Dynasty 1,600 years ago, the craft of making calligraphy brushes took root in Wengang and flourished. By the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), Wengang calligraphy brushes became a local tribute to the imperial court. A craftsman makes a calligraphy brush in Wengang township, Jinxian county, Nanchang city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Liu Zhankun) Li Xiaoping works on a calligraphy brush in Wengang township, Jinxian county, Nanchang city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Liu Lixin) Photo shows a calligraphy brush culture museum in… -
Feature: Young American learners shine at Chinese speech contest in Chicago
A player performs face-changing, part of the Sichuan Opera, during a Chinese class held at the Chinese Consulate General in Chicago, the United States, May 21, 2024. (Photo by Wang Li/ tasteallchina ) Consul General Zhao Jian sent his holiday greetings to the children, expressing hope that Chinese and American youth can build a friendship bridge through the "Chinese Bridge." CHICAGO, June 2 ( tasteallchina ) -- It must be a special Children's Day for the 20 students from eight elementary and middle schools in the U.S. Midwest, whose Chinese language skill and talent showcased at the Chinese Bridge competition amazed both their parents and native speakers. On Wednesday, the students gathered at the Chinese Consulate-General in Chicago and took turns to step onto the stage for the speech contest, introducing themselves, telling traditional Chinese stories, sharing interesting experiences from learning the language, reciting ancient Chinese poetry, and expressing their love for Chinese Kung Fu, calligraphy and music, all in Chinese. Luke King-Schultz from Scenic Heights Elementary said that learning Chinese would enable him to communicate with more people and have more working opportunities, given that Chinese is the No. 1 speaking language in terms of the number of native… -
Inheritor invigorates traditional root carving in E China’s Jiangxi
Liu Sixi, an inheritor of root carving, a provincial-level intangible cultural heritage, crafts a root carving artwork in his studio in Qiaoxi township, Yifeng county, Yichun city, east China's Jiangxi Province. ( Taste all China /Kong Wenjin) Liu Sixi, an inheritor of root carving, a provincial-level intangible cultural heritage, was crafting a root carving artwork in his studio located in Qiaoxi township, Yifeng county, Yichun city, east China's Jiangxi Province. With a background in traditional Chinese painting, Liu discovered his passion for root carving during middle school. And his works, made from various bamboo roots, have gained recognition and won awards. Liu's creations have encompassed a wide range of subjects, including historical figures, animals, and nature. "Root carving requires time, skill, and the ability to endure solitude, making its techniques challenging to pass on," Liu said. Despite this, Liu has trained over 40 apprentices, some of whom have become accomplished masters. While continuing his own artistic pursuits, Liu has promoted root carving through engagements in schools and communities, and has inspired more people to appreciate this traditional art form.【1】【2】【3】【4】【5】【6】【7】【8】 -
Discover Chinese Writing through the Art of Calligraphy
Chinese calligraphy (书法), is one of the oldest art forms in human history. The mastery of movement and quality of line work has a history of thousands of years, in which the style and technique have always evolved. Artists like Ouyang Xun, Wang Xizhi, or Ngan Siu-Mui gave calligraphy its graceful character. While for some, the art of strokes is seen as the reflection of one's state of mind, calligraphy is usually associated with relaxation, escape, and spirit. Let's find out to what extent Chinese calligraphy, as a solid core of culture since the age of antiquity, can help us learn to write Chinese. An absolute beginner's guide, which will help you with helpful tips and tricks to learn the Chinese script quickly and efficiently, can be found here! Can you learn to write Chinese with penmanship? Whether as a philosophy of life, as a realization moment of the true presence or as a perfection of the skill of man: Calligraphy is a multifaceted ancient art. The traces of Chinese populations through the centuries of the Xia, Han, or Ming dynasties tirelessly sharpen the quest for calligraphic aesthetics. Just like the art of writing, the writing of Chinese characters is based… -
History and Development of Chinese Kung Fu [Martial Arts]
Chinese martial arts in the West are mistakenly called Shaolin Kung Fu, Chinese Kung Fu generic name for kung fu or Gong fu means skill and can refer to the skill of a calligrapher or pianist as well as that of a martial arts expert. Although it is unknown when they were introduced into the country, China has the largest number and most colorful variety of fighting styles, including drunkard's boxing and praying mantis style. Kung Fu is usually divided into two types of schools: internal (neijia) and external (waija). The former usually emphasize inner power or qi, and employ evasion and softness to unbalance the opponent; the waija school seeks to defeat the attacker with physical power and strength. Kung Fu makes use of numerous weapons, such as the spear, sword, stick and whip, and even teaches defense with everyday objects such as fans, umbrellas or stools. Origins of Kung Fu Kung Fu comes from man's struggle in ancient times with wild animals and warfare between tribes. As early as the Spring and Autumn Period (770-476 BC), the Book of Odes devoted some terms to describe the initial form of the martial art. The Book of Rites (Western Han… -
Incorporate Chinoiserie Into Your Gift Ideas in 2022
Chinese Intangible cultural heritage is no longer just stay in the museum for the public today. As of November 2021, the number of Chinese intangible cultural heritage projects is 1,557. In addition to the old traditional folk crafts to be guarded by the old generation, the most important thing is to combine innovative elements with the deep-rooted intangible cultural heritage. Tencent Video has crossed over with Chinese traditional craftsmen from different fields to create new peripheral works using traditional cultural elements and skills for a number of popular cdramas, documentaries and variety show IPs. This is not only the heritage of traditional Chinese culture, but also new ideas for Chinoiserie gifts. Let's see what wonderful artworks they bring together. NO.1 Rong Hua: Tradition, Ultimate Romance Rong Hua (绒花) was first introduced as a tribute to the royal family in the Tang Dynasty, and was also known as "Palace Flower", which means good luck and blessing. Most of them use a combination of harmonics and artistic images to express. After "Story of Yanxi Palace" became a big hit, the female character of the costume drama "Court Lady", which was broadcasted this year, wore snowflakes on her head, which again brought…
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