For all you food lovers: This book explores the rich diversity and innovative journey of Chinese-Western fusion cuisine. Fusion cuisine is not just a clash of ingredients and cooking techniques; it’s also the fruit of cultural exchange and innovative thinking. Through these unique dishes, we glimpse the mutual influence and integration of Eastern and Western cultures in culinary creation. Historically, fusion cuisine traces its roots back to the Silk Road trade, where Eastern and Western spices and cooking techniques intertwined. Modern fusion cuisine is increasingly seen in a globalized context, where chefs leverage creativity and technology to transform traditional elements into unprecedented culinary experiences. In the following chapters, we’ll use specific dishes, such as the ingenious pairing of Spanish paella and Yangzhou fried rice, to illustrate how this fusion cuisine resonates across the global culinary landscape. Each dish tells a story, recounting the journey of the ingredients, the chef’s creativity, and the exchange of cultures. We hope that through this book, readers will not only appreciate the art of gastronomy but also gain a deeper understanding of the dialogue between different cultures. This is a feast for the senses and ideas, and we sincerely invite you to explore it together.