Let’s talk about Korean kimchi. Kimchi is one of the most iconic Korean dishes around. But as with many other favorite foods, we often take it for granted and never wonder where it came from. For this week, let’s focus… Read More
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5 Interesting Facts About Chinese Tea
Tea is one of the most popular drinks around the world, and Chinese tea in particularly is influential, popular, and best of all, delicious. In this blog we’ll look at five interesting facts about Chinese tea. Buff up some… Read More
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A Yummy Recipe for a Vietnamese Banh Mi Sandwich
The Vietnamese banh mi sandwich is a delicious fusion of flavors both eastern and western. A souvenir of French influence over Vietnam was their iconic French bread. From the French bread sprang the idea for an awesome sandwich. In this… Read More
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Your Guide to Asian Greens, Part 2
Last week, we highlighted some wonderful Asian greens you can find at Asian supermarkets. This week, we will continue that theme with a follow-up post spotlighting some other delightful green vegetables that can be commonly found in Asian supermarkets. In… Read More
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Your Guide to Asian Greens
One of the most amazing parts of your friendly local Asian supermarket is the produce section. Without a doubt, the variety of vegetables you’ll encounter is wild and spectacular. But finding your ideal greens can be a little overwhelming. Luckily,… Read More
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What is the History of Bubble Tea?
Bubble tea, also called boba, is an immensely popular beverage among Asian-American communities and in its homelands back in Asia as well. But where did it come from? Who invented it? In this blog we’ll explore the history of bubble… Read More
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Having Chinese Hot Pot at Home
Early spring is here, but of course the cold hasn’t totally gone away. How do you chase off the lingering chill of winter? With a hot pot! Wind and rain persist even after the last of the “cold season” is… Read More
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5 Must Buy Items from an Asian Grocery Store
An Asian grocery store is an amazing place. You’ll never know what you might find from any corner of the globe. True, American grocery stores are pretty international and cosmopolitan these days. But what are some essential items you absolutely… Read More
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4 Popular Chinese Dishes You Must Try
Whether you are travelling internationally and looking to dry some of the amazing flavors of China or just sitting down with a takeout menu wondering what to order, Chinese dishes can be a little confusing. Here are the four most… Read More
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Vietnamese Food Pantry Essentials
Looking to cook Vietnamese food? Need to replenish your kitchen’s stock of ingredients? Look no further than our newest handy guide. In this blog we’ll go over what you need for Vietnamese food pantry essentials. Pantry Essentials Include: Fish… Read More