Back in China
I'm back in China for a 3 week business trip. I arrived late Thursday night. Sorry but there won't be any pictures posted for a few weeks... someone forgot to pack the cable needed to download photos from her camera!
So was here for a total of 24 hours before getting back to my old tricks. I had the chance to sample the famous poisonous blow fish, prepared by one of the few qualified Japanese chefs in Guangzhou. The organs and blood of this fish are poisonous and it needs to be fully 'drained' (?) otherwise the dish is extremely dangerous to eat. It had a rubbery texture and was served cold with green onions and a balsamic vinegar marinade. One of my Japanese coworkers got a promotion so we threw a dinner party for him. The managers chose two fine bottles of Japanese sake for everyone to share. Served hot, it's just delicious.
Oh, and I tried the local food at the plant cafeteria for the first time. I chose a dish that looked something like mushrooms. But I think maybe it was some kind of liver... But to everyone's surprise, I made it through the day without getting sick! Apparently this is a significant accomplishment for any out of town traveler to the plant.
Monday was a busy day at work. We got a lot accomplished. I'm hoping to be home in time for the Superbowl. In the meantime, I'm working hard and enjoying the spa while I'm here!
So was here for a total of 24 hours before getting back to my old tricks. I had the chance to sample the famous poisonous blow fish, prepared by one of the few qualified Japanese chefs in Guangzhou. The organs and blood of this fish are poisonous and it needs to be fully 'drained' (?) otherwise the dish is extremely dangerous to eat. It had a rubbery texture and was served cold with green onions and a balsamic vinegar marinade. One of my Japanese coworkers got a promotion so we threw a dinner party for him. The managers chose two fine bottles of Japanese sake for everyone to share. Served hot, it's just delicious.
Oh, and I tried the local food at the plant cafeteria for the first time. I chose a dish that looked something like mushrooms. But I think maybe it was some kind of liver... But to everyone's surprise, I made it through the day without getting sick! Apparently this is a significant accomplishment for any out of town traveler to the plant.
Monday was a busy day at work. We got a lot accomplished. I'm hoping to be home in time for the Superbowl. In the meantime, I'm working hard and enjoying the spa while I'm here!
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