Global Cuisines

Dreaming of a Tropical Christmas

Much of the world has been sold a very specific version of Christmas: snowy lanes,…

Plant-Powered Lattes: Why are Indonesians So Obsessed with Vegan Coffee?

In a country where lattes fuel the beating heart of its people, it’s about time…

Why are we laughing at chicken?: Chinese Buddhist Mock Meat

Chinese mock meat is an intriguing ingredient, almost artistic in its conception. How does one…

Keep it in the (Jackfruit) family: Chataigne!

On one leg of my nomadic life journey, I moved to Singapore and lived there…

The Asam Archives

We love Asam Pedas. No, you don’t get it, we love Asam Pedas. It’s not…

Three Southeast Asian dishes that taught me to love eating herbs

These regional dishes changed my perspective – and palate – on herbs forever. When I…