We’ve been dealing with lingering dry coughs in our house lately, the kind that leaves your throat scratchy and uncomfortable. The weather has been all over the place, so I did what my mom always did and made snow fungus dessert soup, 糖水. So What Is It? It’s a light, slightly sweet Chinese dessert soup…
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Velvety Leek and Potato Soup
Today is one of those blustery, snowy days that makes staying inside feel like the only reasonable option. So that’s exactly what I’m doing, and honestly, there’s nothing better on a day like this than a pot of homemade leek and potato soup. Creamy, earthy, and genuinely comforting. Making soup from scratch is one of…
Wholesome & Affordable: A Guide to Stress-Free Meal Planning
With how expensive everything feels lately, eating well can start to feel a bit out of reach. I’ve had those weeks too, where groceries add up fast, and you’re trying to figure out how to make everything stretch without feeling like you’re sacrificing quality. Over the past year, I’ve put a bit more intention into…
Chinese Turnip Cakes (Lo Bak Go)
Every year, my mom would make big batches of Chinese turnip cakes, and they were always a hit. Friends, family, neighbours, everyone loved them. I remember how much work went into making them. There was all the peeling, grating, chopping and steaming, and then finally, the best part: slicing them up and pan-frying them until…
Lemongrass Chicken Vermicelli Bowl
Chicken lemongrass vermicelli is one of my favourite meals when I’m craving something fresh but still filling. You get tender chicken marinated with fragrant lemongrass, served over soft vermicelli noodles with fresh vegetables and herbs. It’s a popular Vietnamese dish, and I love how the bright, fresh flavours come together in one bowl. It’s also…
Beef Pepper Rice
Back in 2011, I was walking through the streets of Hong Kong when I came across sizzling beef pepper rice, and it quickly became a favourite. I still remember that first bite. The sweet and savoury flavours worked so well together that I kept going back for more. It was one of those dishes I…
Gamjatang in Your Kitchen
I used to think making gamjatang at home was way too complicated. I remember a friend from high school telling me it was one of those dishes that was easier to order at a restaurant because of how long it takes and how many steps are involved. I took that to heart and never really…