Taking Aunt Flow Out for Lunch – Beijing’s Period Restaurants
Are there really restaurants in Beijing catering to your time of the month?
Browsing: (31) Chinese Food
Throwback Thursday: What’s the Big Deal with Hairy Crab Season?
You’ve seen it all over town. Now find out why the locals are obsessed with hairy crabs.
“That’s Not Jianbing, It’s a Galette!” French and Chinese Cuisine in Solidarité
Though thousands of miles apart, France and China have a surprising number of cultural similarities, including their long, rich and proud culinary traditions. Here are a few key dishes that connect these diverse nations…
How to Make Classic Mantou… With a Colorful Twist
Better known as Chinese steamed buns, mantou is a staple food in the Chinese diet and very easy to make.
That’s Not Chasiu! It’s Nyama Choma! When Kenyan and Chinese Food Unite
No matter what part of the world you’re from, you can almost always find similaries in food.
Can Milk Tea Be Healthy? We’ve Got the Secret Recipe!
I love milk tea and usually go out of my way to try every new flavor and enjoy every sip. However, a number of videos showing milk tea shops with unsafe and unsanitary practices, particularly for preparing tapioca balls, and news articles about children being hospitalized post-milk tea consumption have surfaced of late. So my mother and I decided to make our own milk tea – a healthier version that can still bring us a taste of home.
It’s Getting Hot in Here: The Humble Hot Pot in All Its Different Flavors and Designs
So how many types of hot pot are there in Beijing and what are the differences between them? The types of pots used for cooking, the ingredients, and sauces all change depending on the region so this summer, step away from trusty old Haidilao and try some other authentic flavors from around the country.
“That’s Not Bing! It’s Roti!”: When Indian and Chinese Food Unite
Having lived in China since I was one year old, I consider myself very fortunate to have stayed connected to my native Indian food. While living in Beijing, I have not only been able to try the famous and recognizable dishes like samosas and palak paneer but also regional delicacies like rasgullas and dosas.
“That’s Not a Youtiao! It’s a Churro!” Culinary Similarities That Connect Us All
I come from a beautiful tropical country, Nicaragua, located in the middle of Central America, a perfect destination for beach lovers, volcanoes, hikers, or anyone who loves to stroll through colonial towns admiring the slow pace life of the locals or the colorful colonial houses. One aspect you can not overlook for sure is having a taste of the Nicaraguan food.
Keep the Heat at Bay With Beijing’s Best Summer Drinks
As we embrace the recent spate of record temperatures, let us refresh and replenish our body with some of the best local summer beverages around.