One of my favorite Vietnamese restaurants in Seattle is actually a pool hall called Billiard Hoang. Now you might be thinking, did you just say pool hall? That’s wild, right? Some of the very best Vietnamese food in Seattle comes from Billard Hoang, and it’s […]
Chảo Tôm is a delightful Vietnamese dish that combines the sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors of shrimp and sugarcane. It’s perfect for summer gatherings, special occasions, or whenever you want to treat yourself to something delicious! Springy shrimp paste is wrapped around sugarcane and deep-fried […]
Vietnamese cuisine is renowned for its vibrant flavors, fresh ingredients, and delightful balance of sweet, salty, and savory tastes. One dish that perfectly encapsulates these characteristics is Thit Nuong or Grilled Pork Skewers, a popular staple at Vietnamese restaurants, street food stalls, and delis! The […]
Short Ribs are one of my all-time favorite cuts of beef! Growing up, I couldn’t have them often because they were pricier than other cuts of meat, but this Bun Suon Bo Nuong was such a special treat when we could afford it. This authentic […]
When you think of home-cooked Vietnamese food, one of the variations of thit kho (braised pork) has to be very high on that list! This version, Thịt Kho Tôm, is essentially a broke person’s surf and turf! This delicious dish brings together tender braised pork […]
Do you remember when conveyor belt sushi was a thing back in the early 2000s? There was a restaurant called Sushi Land, and my oldest sister took my sibling and me there. At the time, I could not eat raw fish to save my life, […]
Did you say fried pho?! Pho ap chao is a Vietnamese dish that combines our most iconic dish, pho, with something like chow mein or chow fun. Wide, flat rice noodles are pan-fried until crispy and then topped with fresh veggies, tender beef, and a […]
Com Tam Suong Nuong is a popular Vietnamese dish known for its delicious and flavorful combination of ingredients. The name “Cơm Tấm” translates to “broken rice,” referring to the type of rice used in the dish. It is believed to have been created by rice […]
Teriyaki culture in Seattle is HUGE – and some reports even go as far as saying that Teriyaki was invented here in Seattle! While there’s debate on its specific origin, it is safe to say that Seattle was built off the backs of Teriyaki shops. […]
When Hanna and I first started dating, we accidentally created a birthday tradition where we make each other a multi-course dinner on the day of our birthdays. This year, I did a three-course meal that featured an Oyster Bar inspired seafood pan roast, a Hong […]
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!