A big fan of street vendors, I’d often eaten from their donut and hot dog carts in New York City.
China has far more vendors than the Big Apple, and I’d read on more than one occasion that the country offers some of the best street food in the world. So, when I was hungry in Shanhaiguan, I decided to walk through a row of carts and fire pits. Although the hot dogs looked mighty tasty, I opted against the German-born, New York-famous treat. I had no idea if they were really “hot dogs” or what was in them. Instead, I had a tasty cold noodle dish prepared by a friendly gal in a pink apron.
I realized later, though…that my not-eating-a-hot-dog philosophy was pretty silly. It’s not like I know what’s in the hot dogs in New York.
If you don’t see fur, don’t ask. You’re better off not knowing…
this foodie would love to have been on this adventure with you – so many choices, so little time!
I am so jealous! China has the best food. I haven’t been to an american chinese restaurant since I had REAL chinese food. You’re making me so hungry!!!
I have to say, I’m super excited to get to the Sichuan Province tomorrow and try the food there. My friend and I ate at a Sichuan restaurant in Qinhuangdao, and it was good and spicy. And I love spicy (one of the other Chinese food words I quickly mastered)!