Beyond his culinary pursuits, Wang is a respected authority in ancient architecture research and a multifaceted creative, contributing significantly to fields such as performing arts, poetry, and design.
Originally penned for Chinese Cuisine magazine, Wang's articles, spanning from 2013 onward, have been meticulously curated into this enlightening book, offering readers a comprehensive view of Beijing's culinary evolution. Renowned cultural scholar and gourmet Zhao Heng lauds the publication, heralding it as a vital addition to Beijing's culinary history, transcending mere industry anecdotes to serve as a definitive account of the city's culinary heritage.