Thailand Cuisine
Some people take to the food in Thailand immediately while others don't; Thai dishes can be pungent and spicy - a lot of garlic and chilies are used, especially phrik khii nuu, or 'mouse-shit peppers' (these ...
Chinese
Literally meaning "to touch your heart," Dim Sum consists of a variety of dumplings, steamed dishes and other goodies. They are quite similar to hors d'oeuvres, the hot and cold delicacies served ...
Pasta - Dried or Fresh - What is the Difference ?
Artisanal pastas--dried noodles made in small batches by traditional methods and sold for higher prices--seem to be everywhere these days. Shop at any high-end grocery store and you'll find at least three or ...
A Dish From the Deep: Seefood
Many restaurants offer glass display cases for selecting the freshest fish and the quality can be superb. Hotels are often more expensive but often assure patrons of quality fish and freshness with ...
This doesn't Taste like Chicken. It's Not, it's Duck!
Tastes like chicken. That phrase has been used to describe everything from quail to frog with varying degrees of accuracy. But not duck. Duck is, in fact, valued for its rich, dark flesh; when prepared well, ...