The typical Vietnamese family meal consists of several communal dishes: one or two protein dishes (my family normally does 2: one lighter steamed or poached dish and one braised or sautéed dish with stronger flavors), a boiled or sautéed vegetable dish, and a bowl of […]
Aren’t these the cutest? They are also called “bánh trôi nước”. Bánh is the Vietnamese word for most things made with flour, trôi means float, and nước means water. These lovely sweets get their name from the fact that they are cooked in water and […]
They say “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”. This might not be a doctor’s recommended way of eating apples, but it sure is delicious. Just as donuts and fried Oreos are popular at state fairs in the U.S., beignets are a must-haves for […]
This is HANDS DOWN my favorite way to make/eat chicken wings. Yeah, Buffalo wings are good but have you had these savory, sweet, sticky, and sinfully delicious fish sauce wings? Just look at the glaze in that photo! The wings are marinated in fish sauce, […]
Although France is known for its ‘pâtisseries’ filled with beautiful fresh pastries, one of my favorite treats growing up was this packaged marble cake called ‘Savane’. This half vanilla / half chocolate cake is perfectly moist with a light and spongy texture. I definitely love […]
If you’re looking for flavors to awaken your sense and shake up your day, look no further. This dish packs a huge punch with several powerful ingredients all competing for the attention of your taste buds- yet somehow working together seamlessly. You’ll often find this […]