A show of Chinese bronzes at the Met will help you think in centuries
The Metropolitan Museum of Art's engaging "Recasting the Past" exhibition looks at the antiquarian spirit in China since the 12th century.
Could the start of China’s Warring States Period have lessons for the present day?
The downfall of Zhi Bo in the ancient state of Jin is a study in the abuse of power and hubris that still echoes through history Chinese strategists love to draw lessons from the country's rich ...
How sesame oil sparked a stir-fry revolution in ancient China as it displaced animal fats
When vegetable fats, especially sesame oil, replaced tallow and lard 1,500 years ago in China, people were able to 'fry everything', and did Guests at a recent housewarming dinner were saying how ...