Chapter
The Dual Histories of Chinese Fortune Cookies and Mooncakes
04:07 - 06:25 (02:17)
The histories of fortune cookies and mooncakes are deeply intertwined with stories of war, secrecy, and migration. Despite assumptions that fortune cookies are Chinese, their origins in America reveal a complicated story of immigration, adaptation, and mass marketing.
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The speaker recommends an Asian supermarket on 285 and Peachtree Industrial, which not only has a wide variety of Asian products but also boasts an outstanding food court, featuring eight restaurants.
04:07 - 04:49 (00:42)
Summary
The speaker recommends an Asian supermarket on 285 and Peachtree Industrial, which not only has a wide variety of Asian products but also boasts an outstanding food court, featuring eight restaurants. They mention that they're always searching for the best egg roll in Atlanta, and the city hasn't delivered yet.
ChapterThe Dual Histories of Chinese Fortune Cookies and Mooncakes
EpisodeShort Stuff: Fortune Cookies
PodcastStuff You Should Know
This podcast episode explores the origin of moon cakes in China and how they were used to send messages during wars.
04:49 - 06:25 (01:35)
Summary
This podcast episode explores the origin of moon cakes in China and how they were used to send messages during wars. It also discusses the disputed origins of fortune cookies and some of the traditions around cake rolls in Chinese culture.