The dish became a symbol of friendship between China and the US after then-US president Richard Nixon visited Beijing in 1972.
Originating in the Ming dynasty imperial court, Peking duck has become one of the most representative Chinese dishes. Now it has become a common occurrence in official banquets when US presidents visit China. This episode of Eat Drink Asia uncovers how Peking duck played an unexpected role in mending fences during former US president Richard Nixon’s historic visit to China in 1972, and explores how the dish has transcended cultures with an American chef who has incorporated it into one of his signature specialities.
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