Ann Soh Woods is the founder of Kikori, one of the first Japanese rice whiskeys — that’s whiskey with an e, owing to it being produced for the American […]
Category: Food
Reviews: Filipino Cookbooks, From ‘I Am A Filipino’ to ‘Adobo Road’ and ‘Pulutan!’
Filipino cuisine is the next big thing … or hadn’t you heard? For several years running, food writers have proclaimed the “arrival” of Filipino food, but only after decades […]
Ma’am Sir Chef Charles Olalia Talks Favorite Summer Dishes
Charles Olalia, a chef whose resume includes turns in some of America’s most venerated — and Michelin-starred — culinary institutions, like the French Laundry, Guy Savoy and Patina, made […]
Review: Tradition Mixed With Comfort in Hsiao-Ching Chou’s ‘Chinese Soul Food’
Confession time: My folks aren’t great cooks. Growing up, they were working professionals who had little interest in kitchen tinkering. There was no trickle-down culinary wisdom waiting for me. […]
In ‘Kimchi’ Short, Characters Connect Despite Multiple Barriers
There’s more to “Kimchi” than meets the eye. At first glance, it appears to be a story about an elderly man meeting his granddaughter’s fiancée. Upon closer look, however, […]
Lunar New Year: ‘Prosperity Salad’ Yusheng
Yusheng, a Cantonese-style raw fish “tossed” salad, also known as “prosperity salad,” is a popular dish in Southeast Asia during Lunar New Year. They say the higher you toss, […]
David Chang Gets New Netflix Series ‘Ugly Delicious’
Chef David Chang has teamed up with Netflix and Oscar-winning filmmaker Morgan Neville for a new cooking docu-series entitled “Ugly Delicious,” according to Deadline. “Food is something we all […]
Jo Koy Guides Sean Evans Through Filipino Food’s Greatest Hits
Comedian Jo Koy joined Sean Evans and First We Feast for a walkthrough of his ethnic cuisine at Jeepney, a Filipino gastropub in New York City. Before digging in, […]
5 Things Your Family Does for Christmas If You’re Filipino
As the Asian country with one of the largest Christian populations, it comes as no surprise that Christmas, or “Pasko,” is one of the biggest holidays in the Philippines. […]
6 Cookies From Around The World In Honor Of National Cookie Day
In honor of National Cookie Day, we’ve scoured the globe for some of the world’s most beloved baked goods. So get your batter started and try one of these […]
Gordon Ramsay to Compete on Korean Culinary Variety Show
Michelin-starred celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is confirmed to be competing on “Please Take Care of My Refrigerator,” a popular cooking and variety show from Korean broadcasting company JTBC. The […]
6 Comfort Foods To Beat The Cold Weather Blues
As we approach the cooler months, sometimes all we want to do is combat the cold with something warm. We’ve rounded up some of Asia’s tastiest comfort foods to beat […]
7 Traditional Asian Desserts You Need To Try
The seasons are changing, and we’re packing up our beach towels to make room for cozy sweaters and more nights in. What better way to welcome in the cooler […]
Szechuan Sauce Is Coming Back To McDonald’s For One Day Only
McDonald’s is making “Rick and Morty” fans proud by bringing back their infamous Szechuan dipping sauce for one day only, at select restaurants nationwide, on Oct. 7. The teriyaki […]
Mamon Is The Filipino Sponge Cake You Need To Try
Did you miss National Sponge Cake Day last week? No worries, and get ready to feast your eyes — mamon (Filipino sponge cake) is still on our radar! Cheesy Mamon […]
