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 […]
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 […]
Fermentation has long been used to preserve and enrich foods nutritionally, especially rice across Asia. In Asian cooking, fermenting rice has given rise to many delicious dishes. For example: koji in Japanese cuisine; jiuniang or cơm rượu in Chinese cuisine and Vietnamese cuisine; tapai in Indonesian cuisine; and even rice […]
What is zaru soba? Zaru soba, also known as mori soba, is a refreshing, delicious buckwheat noodle dish, especially prized during the hot, humid summers in Japan. Served cold, it’s the perfect way to cool down during a heatwave. Many people in Japan say that zaru soba is one of […]
The authentic yakitori sauce recipe, a simple recipe with only 5 ingredients but an unforgettable taste Some mysteries will always be as elusive as a runaway wheel of camembert—“Who is Ornicar?”, “Was Lady GaGa ever a man?”, and “How do you actually make that famous tare that tastes just like […]
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 […]
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 […]
The preparation of gyoza, these delicious Japanese dumplings, is an art that deserves our full attention. Today, we’ll dive into the heart of Japanese culinary tradition with a gyoza dough recipe that will delight even the most discerning. Whether used for chicken gyoza, beef gyoza, or even pork This is […]
What is Zha Jiang Mian? Zhajiangmian is a traditional noodle dish from northern Chinese cuisine, and it’s a clear favorite among locals and food lovers around the world… or at least among those in the know, which I hope you’ll soon be part of! The name literally means “noodles with […]
