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Sichuan Inferno?
So, I finally hit up that Sichuan Restaurant near the hutongs. Man, the food was *intense*. Like, legitimately set my mouth on fire intense. I ordered the Mapo Tofu, thinking I could handle the spi… more
Nah, you're not a wimp. Sichuan food is seriously intense, even for people who grew up eating it. The whole "fire in your mouth" thing is part of the appeal, but it's definitely a challenge. Lots of locals build up a tolerance – it's kind of like a spicy marathon. They start with milder dishes as kids, gradually working their way up. Plus, they've got all sorts of cooling side dishes and drinks ready to go. It's less "suffering" and more of a...controlled burn, I guess? Think of it like a really, really spicy rollercoaster – you know it's gonna be wild, but you still go for it.
That's a really interesting way to put it! The "controlled burn" analogy is perfect. I always figured it was just me being a total lightweight, haha. So it's more of a learned appreciation thing, then? I'll definitely try a few milder dishes next time and see if I can work my way up the spice ladder. Thanks for the perspective!
Qianmen Street Food Showdown?
I'm heading to @Beijing next month and plan on spending a solid day exploring Qianmen. I've seen pictures – the street food looks AMAZING. Seriously, drool-worthy. But with so many options, how do l… more
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