Category Archives: Asia

What Is Japanese Gyoza Dumpling?

What Is Japanese Gyoza Dumpling?

Japan boasts of heavenly meals such as Ramen and Sushi but again, popularly known for the mouthwatering Gyoza! Have you ever heard about Gyoza or even tasted it before? Well, in some parts of the world, people commonly know them as “potstickers”. Does that ring bells in your memories? > You May Also Like: What […]

EATING IN JAPAN: A GUIDE TO JAPANESE NOODLES

EATING IN JAPAN: A GUIDE TO JAPANESE NOODLES

It occurred to me a few weeks ago, when eating with some friends, that most foreigners don’t even realize that there are different types of noodles in Asian cuisine. While I could probably write a novel of the different types of noodles spanning all Asian food, I decided instead to narrow it down and talk about […]

EATING OUR WAY THROUGH TOKYO DISNEY: CHALLENGE ACCEPTED!

EATING OUR WAY THROUGH TOKYO DISNEY: CHALLENGE ACCEPTED!

Japan is known for its many delicious foods, including sushi, ramen and melt-in-your-mouth wagyu beef. While all these foods are readily available for your consumption at Tokyo Disney, they’re not exactly foods worth trying while at the resort. Instead, the most famous, must-try food at Tokyo Disney is something slightly surprising, and something… not slightly Japanese. Popcorn. Tokyo Disney is […]

HAPPY NATIONAL ICE CREAM MONTH!

HAPPY NATIONAL ICE CREAM MONTH!

Did you know July has been National Ice Cream Month? Let me repeat that– National Ice Cream Month. A whole month, dedicated to ice cream! And as an avid lover of ice cream, you better believe I’ve been celebrating. Though honestly, finding ice cream in Hong Kong is no easy task. Of course you can go to […]

INDULGING AT THE WORLD’S CHEAPEST MICHELIN STARRED RESTAURANT TIM HO WAN

INDULGING AT THE WORLD’S CHEAPEST MICHELIN STARRED RESTAURANT TIM HO WAN

Surprisingly enough, Easter is a popular holiday in Hong Kong. Everyone is given off Good Friday, Holy Saturday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday– although most people couldn’t tell you what happens on those days. Instead, most people spend this glorious 4-day weekend traveling to nearby countries, or buying tons of Easter gifts and chocolate for […]

Man Vs. Mooncake

Man Vs. Mooncake

Mooncakes are everywhere. In Hong Kong, you can’t walk more than a few feet without seeing a shop that sells them or an advertisement enticing you to buy them. As soon as the Dragon Boat Festival ends, the mooncakes start to appear. Many people during the Mid-Autumn Festival these traditional pastries are enjoyed. It is customary to give boxes […]