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Answers About Eating in China
Find focused explanations for common questions about Chinese dishes, restaurant menus, and dietary needs.
- Is Chinese Food Gluten-Free?Some Chinese dishes can start with gluten-free ingredients, but soy sauce, wheat noodles, wrappers, sauces, batter and restaurant preparation can add gluten. Learn what to check before ordering.
- How to Say “Vegetarian” in ChineseLearn how to say “I’m vegetarian” in Chinese and what to ask restaurant staff about meat broth, lard, oyster sauce, and other hidden animal ingredients.
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