Asian Dining Rules

<p>Most Asian restaurants are really two restaurants: one where outsiders eat and one where insiders dine. So how can you become an insider and take full advantage of Asian cuisines? </p><p>In this indispensable guide dining expert Steven A. Shaw proves that you don't have to be Asian to enjoy a VIP experience--you just have to eat like you are. Through entertaining and richly told anecdotes and essays <em>Asian Dining Rules</em> takes you on a tour of Asian restaurants in North America explaining the cultural and historical background of each cuisine--Japanese Chinese Southeast Asian Korean and Indian--and offering an in-depth survey of these often daunting foodways. Here are suggestions for getting the most out of a restaurant visit including where to eat how to interact with the staff be treated like a regular learn to eat outside the box and order special off-menu dishes no matter your level of comfort or knowledge.</p><p>Steven Shaw--intrepid reporter impeccable tastemaker and eater extraordinaire--is the perfect dining companion to accompany you on your journey to find the best Asian dining experience every time.</p>