Occidental and Oriental converge at this cool NYC based internet media company ... insightfully covering various aspects of Chinese culture.
Food is obviously a favorite topic -- and considering the ancient culture and sophisticated cuisine in issue -- there is much to cover in the NY/NJ corridor. Twice monthly they showcase some of the finest examples of Chinese regional cuisine on both sides of the Hudson -- and you WILL want to visit these joints after you watch the show.
The bilingual reviews offer nuggets of "behind the scenes" looks at how restaurant meals are prepared -- and suggestions for obscure menu options not well known to Westerners. I find that there is something primal about such raw authenticity.
Watch out Anthony Bourdain! These millennial broadcasters may not have as much attitude as you do -- but they are every bit as genuine and knowledgeable!
Until I was interviewed (shameless plug) for a spot on Petite Soo Chow in Cliffside Pk recently (see: http://en.sinovision.net/asian-kitchen-petite-soo-chow/) I knew nothing about Sinovision.
Not to take anything away from Yelp -- which often steers me right -- but watching what amounts to a master class on Chinese cookery gives me a much better feel for the bonafides of a restaurant.
Hint hint Yelp.
Legitimacy in Chinese food and culture is a beautiful thing when you can find it -- and Sinovision will help get you there. read more
