The Search for General Tso

Given that Chinese restaurants in the U.S. outnumber McDonald’s, Burger King and Wendy’s combined, writer Jennifer 8. Lee points out that Chinese food is American food. But as she journeyed to China to find the origins of popular dishes, she discovered just how wide the gulf is between food eaten in China and American Chinese food. Documented in her book, The Fortune Cookie Chronicles and now her documentary, The Search for General Tso, Lee shares her fascinating quest with New York Times editor Sewell Chan.

This event is free and seating is first-come, first-served. Doors will open at 6pm. Books will be available for purchase with a 15% discount. Continue the conversation over dinner and drinks! Russ & Daughters Cafe welcomes Tenement Talks visitors. Those with proof of purchase of a book will receive a 10% discount that evening only.

If you have questions, contact Laura Lee at [email protected] or 212.431.0233 ext. 259.











When: Wed., Apr. 1, 2015 at 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: Tenement Museum
103 Orchard St.
212-982-8420
Price: Free
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Given that Chinese restaurants in the U.S. outnumber McDonald’s, Burger King and Wendy’s combined, writer Jennifer 8. Lee points out that Chinese food is American food. But as she journeyed to China to find the origins of popular dishes, she discovered just how wide the gulf is between food eaten in China and American Chinese food. Documented in her book, The Fortune Cookie Chronicles and now her documentary, The Search for General Tso, Lee shares her fascinating quest with New York Times editor Sewell Chan.

This event is free and seating is first-come, first-served. Doors will open at 6pm. Books will be available for purchase with a 15% discount. Continue the conversation over dinner and drinks! Russ & Daughters Cafe welcomes Tenement Talks visitors. Those with proof of purchase of a book will receive a 10% discount that evening only.

If you have questions, contact Laura Lee at [email protected] or 212.431.0233 ext. 259.

Buy tickets/get more info now