These chilled noodles are tossed in a gently spicy peanut sauce. Ideal for warm-weather meals, the dish balances sweet, salty and spicy notes. Quick to make and seriously tasty, it is sure to become a spring-and-summer favorite. For once, no long lecture on this recipe’s origins. It is loosely inspired […]
Discover an irresistible recipe for caramelized chicken wings or drumsticks that will delight your taste buds. Easy to make, this recipe combines sweet and savory flavors for an absolutely delicious result. Perfect for a family dinner or an evening out with friends! Inspired by Chinese cuisine, I really tried for […]
What is Paitan broth? Paitan, a word derived from Chinese, refers to a “white soup” in culinary context. This term is specifically associated with varieties of Japanese Ramen whose broth is cloudy, milky, and opaque. It’s important to note that a “pure” white color is not an absolute necessity for […]
Ramen is an iconic Japanese dish, often celebrated for its rich and deep broth. Among the varieties of broths, Chintan stands out for its apparent simplicity and depth of flavor. What is Chintan broth? Unlike its thick and cloudy counterpart, Paitan, Chintan is a clear, transparent broth, as its name […]
Ube Halaya, also known as purple yam jam, is an essential element of Philippine cuisine. Originating from the Philippines, this delicious ube paste is traditionally called “nilupak na ube”. It is prepared from boiled and mashed purple yam, and its name “halaya” is derived from the Spanish word “jalea”, meaning […]
A divine recipe for stir-fried rice with chicken that will have you and your guests completely hooked. I’m often asked what my favorite food is. It’s a question that’s really hard for me to answer, because I honestly operate in phases where I get overwhelmed by an obsession for a […]
Chinese sausage fried rice, a story as delicious as the dish itself! Let me tell you how I discovered this culinary treasure in the vibrant heart of New York’s Chinatown. “It was a hot, sunny day, and I found myself wandering through the bustling alleys of Chinatown with a growing […]
Do you recall the tea varieties I mentioned in my article on bubble tea? Today I would like to focus on jasmine tea. Jasmine is a flower that thrives in many Asian countries and is even considered the national bloom in places such as Pakistan, Syria, the Philippines, and Indonesia. […]
What is Bo Bun? Bo Bun, also known as Bún bò xào, is a Vietnamese noodle salad that deserves your full attention. This dish is much more than a simple salad; it’s a complete meal in itself, with a balanced combination of meat, starch, and vegetables. It’s a healthy Vietnamese […]
Yes, you read that right. In China, in Japan, and across most of Asia, glutamate is sprinkled just like table salt. And with good reason! It is delicious and absolutely safe; I invite you to read my article about MSG. Back home, people tend to fall into three camps: The […]
