Cuisine

Water Spinach Salad with Beef / Gỏi Bò Rau Muống

Vietnamese drinking culture is HUGE—there's even a specific word to describe it, "nhậu". In Vietnam, there are restaurants and bars…

3 years ago

Vietnamese Fusion Philly Cheesesteak

I knew I wanted to make this Vietnamese fusion Philly Cheesesteak from the very first time I tried a Philly.…

3 years ago

Twelve-Hour Oxtail Pho / Phở Đuôi Bò

Like many Asian moms, mine didn't show love through words of affirmation. She expressed her love through acts of service,…

3 years ago

Grilled Lemongrass Chicken / Gà Nướng Sả

This lemongrass chicken has quickly become one of my signature dishes because it's versatile, quick and easy to prepare, and…

3 years ago

Stuffed Tofu with Tomatoes / Đậu Hủ Nhồi Thịt Sốt Cà Chua

When I think of classic Vietnamese home-cooked meals, I tend to think of Thit Kho Trung (braised pork belly and…

3 years ago

Chicken Curry Noodle Soup / Bún Cà Ri Gà

There's something about chicken curry noodle soup that is just so comforting. This dish stands out on cold, gloomy days,…

3 years ago

Pandan Creme Brûlée

Happy Valentine's Day! If you still don't know what to make your boo for dessert tonight, don't worry, I got…

3 years ago

Vietnamese Fish Sauce Pickles / Dưa Món

Who would have thought that the combination of fish sauce and pickles could create such a divine pairing known as…

3 years ago

Stuffed Bittermelon Soup / Canh Khổ Qua

Let's collectively unpack some of the childhood trauma together y'all! Like many Vietnamese kids, I absolutely hated this bittermelon soup;…

3 years ago

Vietnamese Red Sticky Rice / Xôi Gấc

Lunar New Year is a time for family, tradition, and, of course, incredible food. Among the many symbolic dishes enjoyed…

3 years ago