![]() The dictionary now includes many more grape varieties, as well as regions, styles, and winemaking terms, but no specific vineyards such detailed information changes too rapidly for inclusion here. ![]() ![]() Wine entries in this new edition reflect the huge growth of that industry outside Europe-in Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Chile, Argentina, Canada, and the United States. Numerous cross-references serve as signposts to save readers from confusion and guide them on their way. Looking forward rather than back, this edition gives the main entries of Chinese dishes in Mandarin (with a few exceptions) rather than Cantonese. We know their dishes by their Cantonese names, but many of them are enjoyed on the mainland as well. New emigration policies have allowed mainland Chinese to come to the United States, and indeed they are, more than ever before, perhaps altering the Cantonese character of many Chinese restaurants here. The various regional dialects are still spoken locally, but more and more Chinese people all over the country understand and use Mandarin. In 1980, Mandarin Chinese became the official national language throughout China. The older system, Wade-Giles, remains correct but outmoded. Most are now in Pinyin, the system of romanization that China officially adopted in 1979. ![]() The main difference in this third edition is the Chinese entries: they have been entirely overhauled. P R E F A C E The changes in three editions of The Chef’s Companion mark the transitions in the American culinary scene at large. For more information about Wiley products, visit our web site at Printed in the United States of America 10 Some content that appears in print may not be available in electronic books. Wiley also publishes its books in a variety of electronic formats. For general information on our other products and services or for technical support, please contact our Customer Care Department within the United States at (800) 762-2974, outside the United States at (317) 572-3993 or fax (317) 572-4002. Neither the publisher nor author shall be liable for any loss of profit or any other commercial damages, including but not limited to special, incidental, consequential, or other damages. You should consult with a professional where appropriate. The advice and strategies contained herein may not be suitable for your situation. No warranty may be created or extended by sales representatives or written sales materials. All rights reserved Published by John Wiley
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