Discover my American mom’s brownie recipe: simple, quick, and just SO good and comforting When I was little, I grew up on my mom’s brownies. She made them for every occasion: bad weather? Brownies. Guests coming over? Brownies and cookies for dessert. A birthday? Brownies. Anyway, that’s enough storytelling. This […]
Desserts
Authentic American Pancakes (Fluffy & Classic)
A simple, delicious pancake recipe that makes this American classic easy to master—perfect for making your Sunday brunches even better I can’t claim to be half American without sharing a truly delicious pancake recipe. The ancestors of ultra-airy Japanese pancakes, these are still wonderfully fluffy, just in a different way—and […]
Deep-Fried Oreos (Better Than the Fair)
For those who’ve been following me for a while, you already know I’m half American cuisine. Here on the site, I’ve already treated you to my mom’s classic American cookies (one of the blog’s most popular recipes !), cinnamon rolls, and even the Big Mac recipe. Long story short, today we’re […]
Traditional Chinese Mooncakes (月饼)
Mooncakes, also known as moon cakes, are an iconic delicacy of the Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival) in China. According to legend, they played a role in the 14th century rebellion against the Mongols: secret messages were hidden inside and distributed to coordinate the uprising. Today, mooncakes are filled with red […]
Taro Paste
Taro paste is a versatile condiment used in many Asian recipes thanks to its unique flavor and color. The ingredients? Taro and sugar. Asian pastry chefs love it, and it’s used in countless desserts. You’ll also find taro bubble tea, which has become popular worldwide. Ways to Use Taro Paste […]
The Ultimate Guide to Bubble Tea
Bubble tea, also known as boba tea, is a little gem that hails from Taiwan, available in a plethora of flavors and variations. Bubble tea shops? A veritable maze of delights with a multitude of customization options that could almost make your head spin! Whether you’re the type to put […]
Sticky Rice with Red Beans
How about exploring even more of the fascinating world of Chinese cuisine? Today I have a traditional recipe that is anything but ordinary: sticky rice with red beans. This dish is all about textures and flavors coming together. Carefully prepared sticky rice is both tender and chewy, and it blends […]
Mung Bean Paste
Mung bean paste – what is it? Picture an ingredient that slips as easily into a savory dish as it does into a sweet one – a true culinary double agent. That is exactly what mung bean paste is, a quiet star of Asian cooking (let’s shine the light on […]
Authentic Thai Med Kanoon
What is Med Kanoon? I am taking a risk by publishing this… because if I cannot win over my loyal readers, no one on Google will ever find this article. According to my research, no one in France searches for this word. ABSOLUTELY NO ONE. Yet from the moment I […]
Authentic Mango Sticky Rice
The classic Thai dessert known as khao niaow ma muang (mango sticky rice) is heavenly and luscious. Famous in Thai street food and in Thai restaurants worldwide, this tropical rice pudding is irresistible—and easy to make at home. In Thai cuisine, sticky rice is a staple starch in Northern and […]