Vietnamese Egg Coffee Is Trending, Would You Try It?
Traditional cà phê trúng (Vietnamese egg coffee) is now trending in North America, but what is it made of?
ANALYSIS: Why 'Good Food' Is Fundamental to China's Future
Food safety scandals have blighted the public's confidence in society and its institutions, leaving space for a growing alternative food movement.
Best Hot Pot Places in Taipei
Hot pot comes in all kinds of flavors and price points in Taipei and here is a list of hot pot places you should try.
The Scholar Spreading Vietnamese Culture Through Food
Linh Nguyen shares her insights on the Vietnamese cooking culture.
Reliance on Foreign Tech Puts Strain on China’s Genetics Market
Despite being a global leader in DNA sequencing, the country’s dependence on overseas knowledge leaves it struggling to replicate others’ success.
How to Build a Fast Food Empire on a Single Recipe
Territory has shifted in the battle to feed the hungry Chinese masses as expeditiously as possible.
In the Shade: Exploring Taipei's 'Little Indonesia'
Check out the mouth-watering offerings and curious bicultural idiosyncrasies in Taipei's little slice of Jakarta.
Instagram Snaps of Japanese Foods You May Not Have Heard Of
While most people are familiar with sushi and Japanese sweet potato, there are a lot of more adventurous Japanese foods out there. If you're looking to try something new and exciting, Japan has plenty to offer.
What Food Tells Us About China’s Confused National Identity
Variety is the country’s culinary hallmark, but it doesn’t help the Chinese pin down exactly what it means to be Chinese.
South Taiwan’s Hakka Strongholds (Part One)
Taiwan’s southern half is a stronghold of Taiwanese Holo culture, and it’s where you will find the ancient former capital, Tainan, as well as Kaohsiung. At the same time, the south has intriguing pockets of Hakka culture and tradition waiting to be explored.
Guabao: Getting a Handle on the Taiwanese 'Hamburger' (Plus Recipe)
Compared to the cult-like veneration of beef noodles, hot pot, and stinky tofu in Taiwan, the guabao (割包 or 刈包) is an underappreciated snack. What English-speakers often call 'the Taiwanese hamburger' is available in every town and city, but certainly not on every street, nor even in many night markets.
Islamic Flavors Blending Well in Taipei
More Muslim tourists means more demand for halal-certified restaurants.
Two Ends of the Celebrity Chef Spectrum in Taiwan
Famous foreign personalities like Jamie Oliver bring business expertise, but in the long run it is local master chefs like André Chiang who will carry the torch.
Fungus Among Us: The History of Mushrooms in Taiwan
Taiwan has a long history of growing a wide variety of mushrooms, and was once a major exporter.
From Night Market Treats to Food Court Fine Dining
The evolution of Taiwan’s mass market eating establishments has speeded up over the past decade to meet developing tastes and higher expectations.
Despite Controlled Heat, Sichuan Cuisine Burns Bright in Taipei
Chefs have toned down the spiciness to accommodate local taste.
Reclaiming Halal and the Commercialization of Islam
Hew Wai Weng takes a look at what constitutes halal in contemporary Malaysia — a certification that today is less about faith and more about the commercialisation of Islam.
Fast-Food Chains Thrive in Taiwan
Taiwanese eat out frequently, and when times are tough, they look for lower-priced options.