Restaurant - Chinese in Winchester
3 Eastgate Street
Town Centre
Winchester
Hampshire
SO23 8EB
Our grand opening on March 2011......
The art of Chinese cooking has been developed and refined over many dynasties. However cooking could not be considered an art until the great classical age of China 122-249 B.C., roughly the period of Qin Dynasty, the creation time of the terracotta warriors. The two dominant philosophies of this period were Confucianism and Taoism.Confucianism concerned itself with the art of cooking and placed great emphasis on the enjoyment of life. Confucius taught that good cooking depends on the harmonious blend of ingredients rather than the taste of the individual elements.Taoism was responsible for the development of the hygienic aspects of foods and cooking. In contrast to confusianists, Taoists were concerned with the live-giving attributes of various foods. Under Tao's influence, the Chinese have explored the world of plants, roots, herbs, fungus, and seeds over the dynasties. They discovered many beneficial food ingredients that are incorporated into the everyday Chinese cooking.Here at Terracotta, "we combined these philosophies and apply them to our cooking. We emphasize "flavor, aroma, and taste". We also stress the healthful aspect of our dishes."We serve our food the way that nature intended it to be,"Fresh and Wholesome, Exciting and Healthy"We hope you will enjoy our traditional oriental cuisine with a modern twist...Terracotta Management
The art of Chinese cooking has been developed and refined over many dynasties. However cooking could not be considered an art until the great classical age of China 122-249 B.C., roughly the period of Qin Dynasty, the creation time of the terracotta warriors. The two dominant philosophies of this period were Confucianism and Taoism.Confucianism concerned itself with the art of cooking and placed great emphasis on the enjoyment of life. Confucius taught that good cooking depends on the harmonious blend of ingredients rather than the taste of the individual elements.Taoism was responsible for the development of the hygienic aspects of foods and cooking. In contrast to confusianists, Taoists were concerned with the live-giving attributes of various foods. Under Tao's influence, the Chinese have explored the world of plants, roots, herbs, fungus, and seeds over the dynasties. They discovered many beneficial food ingredients that are incorporated into the everyday Chinese cooking. Here at Terracotta, "we combined these philosophies and apply them to our cooking. We emphasize "flavor, aroma, and taste". We also stress the healthful aspect of our dishes."We serve our food the way that nature intended it to be,"Fresh and Wholesome, Exciting and Healthy"We hope you will enjoy our traditional oriental cuisine with a modern twist...Terracotta Management
We offer take away service.
Catering
2010
Regular visitor. Awesome food and really easy to get to.
A User - 11/07/2009 | report this review
Ok, so i may be a bit of a glutton and a bit of a porker, but that just means i know what i'm talking about when it comes to food! The buffet option at Charles House is one of the best i have sampled, lots of choice, great for vegetarians and all cooked to perfection. The service here is also equally impressive, from the moment you enter to the moment you leave. My friends regularly take their children here and they all have a fantastic time and everyone is happy! The waiting staff are great too, especially with children. Its not the cheapest, but it is one of the best!
A User - 06/09/2008 | report this review
I went here a while ago for my sisters birthday as she loves chinese. I on the other hand dont like chinese food, but my sister loves the food here and always wants to eat here. I had crispy duck and it was really nice. Everyone we went with enjoyed their food and said they would come back again. The service was good too, nice and freindly waiters. Food is a bit pricey but definately worth it.
lisa jackson - 24/04/2008 | report this review
Even late in the evening, if you have small children with you, you get great treatment at Charles House. Excellent vegetarian/ vegan choice and decent portions of tasty Chinese food.
A User - 04/10/2007 | report this review
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