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What Goes Into A Cup Of Taiwanese Oolong Tea

Find out why oolong tea that is grown in Taiwan is vastly distinct from its Fujian sibling despite coming from the same plant.

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How Chefs Cope With Food Allergies

Now more than ever, restaurants need to take precautions with food sensitivities. How do chefs respond to the challenge?

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Nihonryori RyuGin Is Moving To Hibiya

This August, three-starred restaurant Nihonryori RyuGin in Tokyo is moving to a new location in Hibiya, close to the Imperial Palace.

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Ten Things To Love About Hong Kong Style Barbecue

Barbecue is an evergreen holiday activity, but foodies in Hong Kong do it a bit differently.

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The A-Z Guide To The Michelin Universe

All you need to know about the prestigious red guide, in small nibbles.

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Making Champagne: A Year In The Life Of A Chef de Caves

The Chef de Caves, or cellar master, who is charge of the Champagne-making process, shoulders heavy responsibilities behind the bubbles.

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Six Hangover Cures Koreans Swear By

You won't find more delicious ways to beat a hangover.

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Origins: The Meaning Behind Chinese New Year Goodies From Around the World

Uncover some of the most interesting stories behind our favorite New Year snacks from around the world.

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All About Sea Cucumbers

Despite its eccentric appearance, the sea cucumber makes up one of the four types of prestigious dried seafood in Chinese cuisine, and is a fixture in some refined dishes celebrating Chinese New Year. Get to know the different facets of it, from selection to preparation.

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Explore The Beauty Of Wet Markets From Three Hong Kong Chefs

Wet markets are the beating heart of Hong Kong’s robust food culture. Three home-grown chefs walked us through their favorite haunts.

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The Secrets Of Soy Sauce

You’re halfway to becoming a good Chinese cook if you can tell the various types of soy sauces apart and use them with finesse.

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Coffee Brewing: Tiny Gizmos, Great Taste

Hand-brewed coffee is fun, so here we introduce five brewing tools of different usage difficulty and investment costs to let you into the world of hand-brewing.

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Tips To Tasting Chocolate Like A Pro

Savour the rich and complex flavours in a premium slab of chocolate.

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Unusual Christmas Traditions Celebrated Around the World

Some celebrate with buckets of fried chicken for dinner and rotting potatoes stuffed in shoes.

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Myth Debunked: Here's Why You're Feeling Sleepy After Eating Turkey

There's no fowl play involved.

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The Science of Steak

So much is at stake when you sear a piece of meat in the frying pan. Get some pro tips to create a winning dinner for your loved ones.

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Kitchen Jargon: Steaming

The use of hot vapour in cooking has picked up steam in recent years as a healthy food preparation technique, but epicureans have always appreciated its ability to seal the original flavours in the ingredients.

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Qing Zuo: The Taste of a Taiwanese Home

Good food doesn't have to be expensive. The Bib Gourmand rating exists to recognise friendly establishments that serve good food under HK$400.