November 6, 2007 - Potatoes

Walking home from the botanical gardens, we saw these children whose moms were serving up cooked potatoes nearby. This older one was actually helping out by peeling potatoes.

Here are the moms. On the left is a spicy rice/potato mixture. (Closer view below.) These starchy foods are very inexpensive -- about 25 cents per serving.

Working ladies often wear sleeve covers to protect their clothes. Very smart!

Yes, we do eat these foods every now and then. On a cool day, the smells of warm food cooking outdoors are very tempting! Besides filling your stomach, the food often serves as a hand warmer.

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November 7, 2007 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Anonymous

I often wonder if folks who do a lot of traveling have toughen up their stomachs to take the....how shall we say, less than perfect conditions the food sometimes is in.

I for one am a noodle fanatic. Thai noodles are my favorite food ever. (well, I enjoy a good cake too) But I would fear the germs a bit. I just wonder if traveling families like missionaries end up being resistant to those bugs.

just a thought I had while reading your blog. :)

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November 7, 2007 - Untitled Comment

Posted by drewsfamilytx

That totally makes me hungry right now!

And those kids are SO adorable! I have a soft spot for Asian kids... and elderly ones too... Reminds me of my grandparents and cousins. *sigh*

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November 7, 2007 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Keri

It seems odd to see a child peeling potatoes outside!
I am wondering if there are any rules or regulations regarding their cooking and selling food on the streets.

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November 7, 2007 - Looks very good!

Posted by Erika in Miss.

I am getting ready to make dinner and that sure does look good. I can see why the aroma would catch your eye if you are hungry the pictures alone are tempting!

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November 7, 2007 - Untitled Comment

Posted by 4sweetums

That really looks good! I love warm food on a cool day. Those sleeve covers are so cool.
BLessings,
4sweetums

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November 7, 2007 - Untitled Comment

Posted by jenn4him

What else is mixed in with the potatoes. That looks really good. Those chickens behind add to the interest of the picture as well. Are they feral?
Jenn

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November 7, 2007 - I just so

Posted by ClagettsFLStyle

love all the pictures you share.

These are making me hungry. I loved cooked potatoes like this. Yumo!

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November 7, 2007 - Untitled Comment

Posted by MMD

what is that stuff in the big pan. how long have you lived in china.

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November 7, 2007 - YUM

Posted by homeschoolforevermom

I would give that a try. Looks yummy.

Martha
www.sunrisetosunset123.blogspot.com

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November 8, 2007 - Untitled Comment

Posted by skdenfeld

Again, loved the photos. I hope you do something nice with your collection.

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November 8, 2007 - one question....

Posted by keeperathome44

That looks yummy but are the chickens running around in the background for the soup they'll serve later? :)
When we visit mexico we are warned about not buying from the street venders (due to the water and health issues), does the same apply in china?
love the photos on life where you are!!

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