I am a Chinese and as a child, I was told eating shark's fin, abalone and bird's nest is a long tradition originated from Chinese culture where emperors are served sumptous dish like such, where grassroot were merely a chance to grab a bite. I never agree and compromise on this matter. There are many alternatives on our comsumption. A simple art in gastronomy: eat with your heart or else 'YOU ARE EATING YOUR HEART'.