BEST OF PHILLY 2008 – CHINESE

"Michael Wei at Main Line mainstay Yangming has consistently delivered
sweet-and-spicy gunpowder shrimp, saucy sesame chicken and elaborate
Peking Duck - with a fork or chopsticks, no judgment - in a comfortable,
take-the-parents setting that's been host to birthday, anniversary and
graduation celebrations for more than 15 years." - Philadelphia Magazine

WORLD-CLASS CHINESE CHEF COOKING AT YANGMING
JULY 19 - AUGUST 24 FOR OLYMPIC COUNTDOWN

Chef Ren-Wei Jia, an award-winning Chinese master chef, professor and cookbook author will spend a month in residence here at Yangming preparing some unusual and exotic and traditional Chinese dishes, all scheduled to coincide with the upcoming 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics.

Chef Jia will be in residence at Yangming from July 19th until August 24th. And while the usual full menu items will be available, patrons shouldn’t miss the opportunity to try something new directly from this top Chinese Chef.

Mark your calendar. Tasting Chef Jia’s specialties is an opportunity that you would otherwise have to travel half way around the world to replicate.

ASIAN RESTAURANT NEWS MAGAZINE CHOOSES
YANGMING AS A FEATURED RESTAURANT

Yangming is proud to be the cover story of Asian Restaurant News, the nation's most authoritative magazine on Asian cuisine.

In “Yangming: Setting the Standards in Philadelphia”, the magazine praises the innovative fusion cuisine, local and organic ingredients, elegant décor and gracious staff that keep Yangming's loyal customers returning.

To read the complete Asian Restaurant News article, click here.

AMERICA:   THE WINES AND CHEESES
Mon., Jan. 28, 2008                                                                                      7-9pm
Yangming Restaurant, Bryn Mawr                                                           ($55)

Join our wine expert as he selects extraordinary wines from the Americas at remarkably ordinary prices to add to your wine cellar.   Sigournet showcases delectable cheeses, olives and more surprises to tantalize your palate.

CHINESE NEW YEAR BANQUET
Saturday, February 2 thru Saturday, March 1

To celebrate the Chinese New Year 4706, the Year of the Rat, Yangming will once again "dress up" with classic and colorful decorations, and offer our very popular Gourmet Banquet – only $55 per person plus tax & gratuity (minimum of four). Reservations highly recommended for February 2 and other dates.

People born in the Year of the Rat tend to be charming, courageous, enterprising, resourceful and passionate. They use their keen instincts, powerful intellect and natural curiosity to take the lead and help others, and are often pioneers in their field. Gwyneth Paltrow, Samuel L. Jackson, William Shakespeare and Mozart were all born in the Year of the Rat.

THE “LIVE” LION DANCE
Tuesday, February 5                                                                                      7:00pm

Please join us for Yangming’s annual Chinese New Year celebration of the Lion Dance, a colorful treat for all ages. This traditional Chinese dance, which dates back to the Han Dynasty (205 B.C. to 220 A.D). is believed to bring good luck and happiness for the New Year. Inside a magnificently decorated paper-mache and cloth lion, two martial arts dancers move to the rhythm of a large drum, cymbals and a gong. The head dancer can move the lion's eyes, mouth and ears to express many moods. You and your whole family will love our FREE classic festivities.

Yangming chosen as Best Chinese Restaurant by the My Fox Philly HOT LIST

Yangming is proud to be selected as this year’s My Fox Philly HOT LIST winner for Best Chinese Restaurant. Winners were selected by thousands of Philadelphia area residents.

ITALIAN WINE & CHEESE SEMINAR
Sun., Mar. 30, 2008                                                                                      3-5pm
Yangming Restaurant, Bryn Mawr                                                           ($55)

Come join one of our most popular entertaining and educational annual events.   Pair Italian wines with cheeses (new selections) under the direction of "The Cheese Guy," Emilio Mignucci, DiBruno House of Cheese and Moore Bros. "Wine Guy."   Zagat awarded Moore Bros. BEST wine buys, BEST top service, BEST overall wines, BEST shopping experience.   Explore the fascinating regions where each is produced.

HOW TO MARKET & SELL YOUR FOOD PRODUCT
Sat., Apr. 5, 2008                                                                            9am-12:30pm
Yangming Restaurant, Bryn Mawr                                                           ($55)

Liz & Nick Thomas, founders of Chalif mustards, share decades of experience in food product industry.   Cover advertising, distribution, legal inquiries, market research, package design, pricing, much more!   Ask the experts; get honest answers for Paul Newman wannabes.   Handouts.   Bring samples of your product to share - no heating facilities available.   Information re: Fancy Food Show

KITCHEN DESIGN SEMINAR
Sat., Apr. 5, 2008                                                                      8:30am-12:30pm
Yangming Restaurant, Bryn Mawr                                                           ($55)

So you want a new kitchen?   Andy Madsen and Madsen Kitchen/Bath Design associates share valuable information.   EVERYTHING you want to know BEFORE building or remodeling - architectural design, appliances, cabinets, countertops, flooring, lighting, windows, more.   Much take home material.   Save HUNDREDS of shopping hours and $$$.   Rave reviews for a decade.   Not to be missed.   Ronald McDonald House benefit.

THE IBERIAN PENINSULA: SPANISH WINES, TAPAS, PORT
Wed., Apr. 30, 2008                                                                                     7-9pm
Yangming Restaurant, Bryn Mawr                                                           ($55)

It's all about Spain, the food, the wine, the culture.   Our wine experts introduce hidden treasures from the bodegas of the Iberian Peninsula.   Chef Ann-Michelle Albertson, studied with Spanish chefs in Barcelona, Casa Del Sol, CIA Napa Valley Greystone, creates regional Tapas to accompany your tasting.   Learn about this hot culinary region of the world.