Food

Taiwan’s Third Largest City: A Great Place for Coffee

When one thinks of places to visit in Taiwan, Taipei comes to mind first. Not only is it the main hub of the country, but it is also home to many restaurants, night markets, and food stalls. As for coffee, one would say the city has enough variety to enjoy for the average love of ...

Max Lu

The Taichung skyline.

How to Prepare Chicken Bone Broth to Boost Your Immunity

In these times of panic where the CCP virus outbreak has everyone concerned about their health, eating nourishing food is essential. Chicken bone broth is the perfect dish in such circumstances since it is known to have immune-boosting capabilities thanks to the amino acids present in it. The recipe To prepare the broth, you will ...

Raven Montmorency

A bowl of chicken bone broth.

How to Make Greek Chickpea Stew

Greek chickpea stew (or soup) is made with only a few ingredients. However, the dish has an earthy, wholesome taste that will make you want to eat a lot more. It is usually slow-cooked to let all the juices and spices blend in. The dish can be eaten at lunch or dinner. “This ‘soup’ is ...

Raven Montmorency

A bowl of Greek chickpea stew.

The History of Spring Rolls (Plus Bonus Recipe)

Every country has its unique appetizer that the local population takes pride in. Mexicans have their Quezo Fundido, Malaysians have Chicken Satay, Swedes have their Gravlax, and Chinese have their spring rolls. Spring rolls are a seasonal dish that’s prepared during the spring festival. Like many dishes, this savory roll of delight has a long ...

Raven Montmorency

Spring rolls.

Make Crunchy Thai Kale Salad at Home

Crunchy Thai kale salad is a colorful, sweet and spicy dish that will be an excellent addition to your meal. Since the main ingredient is kale, the dish will obviously be healthy. The sweet and spicy taste of the salad will come from the peanut sauce that will be used as the dressing. But first, ...

Raven Montmorency

Thai Kale Salad in a bowl.

A History of Dumplings (Plus Bonus Peking Pork Dumpling Recipe)

Dumplings are universally loved, with different takes for different countries and regions. There’s the Italian ravioli, the pierogis of the Polish, Japan’s gyoza, and you’ll find more if you check out various cuisines around the world. Surely, you’ll find a dumpling recipe, whether it calls for boiling, steaming, or frying. You see, the dumpling is ...

Raven Montmorency

A bamboo basket of dumplings.

Recipe: How to Make a Vegan Pistachio Cake

Are you a vegan searching for a way to make a delicious cake? If so, this recipe is definitely what you are looking for. Just 8 ingredients are used to make the pistachio cake and it can be prepared in less than an hour. The recipe For the cake, you will need 1¼ cup of ...

Raven Montmorency

A vegan pistachio cake.

The 5 Flavors of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese medicine deals with five flavors. Some people prefer their food to be sweet, some like spicy, while others go for sour. These flavors tease our taste buds — enjoyment all of us indulge in. However, there’s more to eating than pleasure. A balanced diet includes the right amount of meat, vegetables, and fruits ...

Emma Lu

A meal with the 5 flavors of traditional Chinese medicine.

Chicken Soup for Your Soul

Do you remember that time when you came home after a really bad day? The weather was bad, you felt down, and maybe your heart was broken. Then you got a whiff of mom’s cooking in the kitchen, and you felt instant relief. What was it? The one dish to solve all worries. A good ...

Raven Montmorency

A bowl of chicken noodle soup.

How to Make Delicious Chocolate Truffles at Home

Everyone loves decadence once in a while, and pleasure-seekers crave the luxury of sweet and savory chocolate. Be it the darker and bitter version or the milk-infused dark-brown delight, there are not many that are immune to chocolate. Instead of going to the store every time you fancy some chocolate, why don’t you create your ...

Raven Montmorency

Chocolate truffles.