I came to American with my mom and my brother when I was 10, to reunite with my dad. I was so little and I was so excited to move to another country. However, it wasn't until I came here that I realized I really miss home in China; I miss the food, the people, and the places. I've been here for 11 years and I have never went back to China because of time and financial reasons. Although I cannot visit the places and people in China, food allows me to stay connected to my hometown. Mom and dad always make dishes that they used to make in China.Their cooking is so amazing that they compensate my longing for authenticChinese food in my motherland. Some of the materials for certain dishes are not found here, but the meaning and the ways of making the dishes make the food authentic. I interviewed my dad and videotaped him making dinner. My dad doesn't make dinner for us a lot because of work, but sometimes he would cook a dish or two even after he came back from work. Seeing his tiring back and face, I felt very warm and loved. I appreciate him a lot, for everything. I love him a lot, but I don't show it. I know he loves it when I compliment is cooking skills, so I always do it. Through this project, I felt like I am a little closer to my dad, who seems very cold outside, but he is extremely warm inside.
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