If you’ve ever been to Hokkaido, or had it sitting on your travel wishlist, you’ve probably heard people go on and on about the food. Especially the ice cream. Honestly, I used to wonder what all the fuss was about. How different could it really be? And then I tried it. So I get it…
Category: Street Food
Rolling Happiness: One Rice Roll at a Time!
Dim sum days have always held a special place in my heart, filled with cherished memories of family gatherings and delectable bites. Dim sum outings were never complete without ordering a plate of these delightful rice rolls (a.k.a Cheung Fun 腸粉). But let me tell you, there’s something even more amazing about digging into rice…
Dragon’s Beard Candy: A Taste of Chinese History
Picture a young child’s eyes widening with delight as they watch a skilled artisan work their magic, transforming a simple lump of sugar into a mesmerizing masterpiece. That was me, entranced by the skillful hands that crafted Dragon’s Beard Candy (龍鬚糖), one of my all-time favourite childhood treats. I still remember the sweet, melt-in-your-mouth feeling…