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Music, Food and Love

by Guo Yue, Clare Farrow
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Music, Food and Love
Music, Food and Love

Cultural journey through music, food, and revolution.

Imagine being swept into the narrow alleyways of Beijing, experiencing the Cultural Revolution not through the lens of cold history, but through the soulful combination of music and the comforting aromas of traditional cooking. 'Music, Food And Love' offers more than just a memoir; it's a sensory tapestry woven with the threads of a turbulent era, the resilience of a family, and the universal languages of melody and cuisine. The stories here, accented with family recipes, could awaken your sense of nostalgia and inspire a deeper appreciation for the simple yet profound pleasures of life.

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Music, Food and Love

by Guo Yue, Clare Farrow
Compare to estimated retail price: S$32.10  

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ISBN: 9780749929343
Authors: Guo Yue, Clare Farrow
Publisher: Piatkus Books
Date of Publication: 2009-12-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs, Food & Drink, Music
Related Topics: Biography, Memoir, Music, Cooking, Food, Food and Drink, Biography Memoir, Food
Goodreads rating: 3.41
(rated by 27 readers)

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The youngest of six children, Guo Yue recalls his childhood at the heart of a close-knit family of musicians living beside a Beijing alley. He draws the reader into a world where music is everywhere—even in the rhythmic chopping sounds of the kitchen. We follow Yue as he explores Beijing, watching others and learning through imitation, until he finally leaves for the West. This beautifully written and evocative memoir highlights how, despite poverty and repressed times, cooking family dishes was a life-affirming experience, symbolizing freedom of expression. His book gives the reader a taste of family life in China and real Chinese home cooking, and he shares with readers a few delicious traditional recipes which have been passed on in his family and among friends. These are based on a few simple ingredients; a natural approach to taste, color, and texture; and an innate love of good food.
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Cultural journey through music, food, and revolution.

Imagine being swept into the narrow alleyways of Beijing, experiencing the Cultural Revolution not through the lens of cold history, but through the soulful combination of music and the comforting aromas of traditional cooking. 'Music, Food And Love' offers more than just a memoir; it's a sensory tapestry woven with the threads of a turbulent era, the resilience of a family, and the universal languages of melody and cuisine. The stories here, accented with family recipes, could awaken your sense of nostalgia and inspire a deeper appreciation for the simple yet profound pleasures of life.

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