Chinese food

In Florianópolis, there are few genuinely Chinese establishments. Most of them work only for tele-delivery or in food courts in malls and shopping centers. In restaurants, usually those that serve Japanese cuisine also open to Chinese dishes, which boil down to the best known, such as Yakisoba, spring rolls, Tempura, Chop Suey, a well-seasoned Chess Chicken, and breaded. Chinese cuisine is known for being very spicy and spicy. To adapt to the taste of Brazilians, the dishes are slightly modified, eliminating much of the pepper. In addition, there are many ingredients that are not easily found in Brazil. They are deleted or replaced. Curiosity: The ancient Chinese mystique has also reached food. The Chinese consider food one of the axes of balance and health of the body, with each taste – bitter, spicy, sweet, salty and acidic – being similar to an element – ​​fire, metal, earth, water and wood – related to one of the elements. body organs – heart, lung, stomach, kidney and liver. It has existed for more than four millennia, it is pointed out that there are more than 5000 dishes, divided into about 20 regional cuisines, totally diversified and varied. Harmonization: The Chinese are very fond of banquets. One of the main drinks is tea, enjoyed before, during and after meals. During meals, the traditional alcoholic options are Pijiú (beer), brandy or rice wine and Moutai, an alcoholic drink made from sorghum, a variety of corn. And Guia Floripa, as always, lists some places for you to enjoy the best of Chinese food: