When I first shared my grilled soy marinated short rib recipe, it instantly became a fan favorite across all my social media platforms. The combination of a savory, slightly sweet marinade paired with the smoky char of the grill really hit home for many people. […]
Food has always been one of the ways I feel most connected to the people I love. My partner, Hanna, is Korean, and I’m Vietnamese, so it feels only natural that our kitchen is a mashup of both our cultures. This Korean Spicy Pork Banh […]
When most people think of teriyaki, it’s safe to assume that it’s usually chicken or beef teriyaki, and for good reason, too. With that said, though, I’ve always had a soft spot for pork teriyaki, and it’s such an underrated dish. When pork teriyaki is […]
When I first visited Japan eight or nine years ago, it quickly became one of my favorite travel destinations. Everything about the experience left a mark on me. The people were kind and polite (even though I was covered in tattoos), the culture was rich […]
When it comes to summer salads, there are few dishes that are as refreshing and exciting as goi xoai, or Vietnamese mango salad. This is a traditional dish that delivers vibrant flavor in every bite. It is light and crisp, yet bold in a way […]
Growing up, I didn’t eat many of the classic American salads, like Caesar or Cobb, because, frankly, my mom didn’t really make those. But what she did make were Vietnamese-style salads that perfectly balanced freshness with richness, like this xa lach bo xao, or sautéed beef […]
When I think about the chefs who have shaped the way I cook and see food, Roy Choi is right up there in my Mount Rushmore. He’s not just a pioneer of Korean cuisine in the United States; he’s one of the key voices behind […]
There’s something magical about the smell of sizzling meat on a grill during the summer, and it always takes me back to my family cookouts as a little kid. Now, if you’re looking for a dish that’ll impress your guests with minimal effort, then you […]
A couple of weeks ago, I shared my recipe for Chicken Larb, and y’all really showed up for that one. It quickly became one of my most popular recipes on my social media platforms and here! Now, what really surprised me were the messages that […]
Sometimes, even in the dead of summer, you just want a warm bowl of soup to round out your meal. I know it’s hot out, but hear me out, Vietnamese culture has a long tradition of soups that are believed to have cooling properties. These […]
Welcome to feedthepudge! I was originally born in Saigon, Vietnam and my family and I spent some time at a refugee camp in the Philippines. We eventually immigrated to Seattle in the 90's, where I've spent most of my life. I created feedthepudge as a vehicle for me to share my love of culture and food, while passing on my family's recipes and stories. Most of the recipes shared are Vietnamese dishes I grew up eating, but definitely not limited to just that - I'll also be sharing some of my favorites along the way!