In Dallas’ Preston Hollow Howard Wang’s offers something more refined than your standard neighborhood Chinese restaurant. It is elegant but unpretentious, lively yet composed. The dining room—washed in soft neutral tones and anchored by polished wood accents—feels urbane without shouting. It’s the sort of place where you can bring a first date or your visiting parents, knowing each will find something to admire.
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by Steven Doyle
Bean curd, or tofu is relatively simple to create by pressing coagulated soy milk into submission which can be soft, firm or extra firm. If you follow us with any sort of regularity you will not we do appreciate our animal filled dinner plates, but it is true we have a soft spot for a well thought out vegetarian or vegan dish.
Tofu definitely has its place at the center of the plate and can be thoroughly delicious. The magic behind tofu, besides its low caloric nature coupled with large amounts of protein and necessary nutrients, is the fact that it is the chameleon of the dining scene. It may take on great flavors when added by the right cook. Sauces are tofu’s friend. Continue reading
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