Slow Cooker Braised Pork Belly
This very simple Chinese Slow Cooker Braised Pork Belly dish is a family favourite and especially good for those big family dinners. It’s a simple, one pot recipe that anyone can do. Try it, recipe here.
Pad Kra Pao Thai Minced Chicken with Holy Basil Stir Fry
Some people will say that Pad Kra Pao is Thailand’s national dish. It is quite ubiquitous as you will find this dish from street food stalls on Sukhumvit Road in Bangkok to the finer restaurants. Of course, every Thai home cook will have their own version too. I love how this simple chicken stir fry…
Chocolate and Vanilla Marble Loaf Cake recipe
This Chocolate and Vanilla Marble cake recipe is the simplest one to make and makes the most impact. Try this to impress at your next tea party.
“Looks Delicious” Japanese Food Replica Exhibition Japan House
You have probably seen hyper realistic Japanese food replicas, known as “shokuhin sanpuru”, in display cases in front of Japanese restaurants in Japan and across the world. They provide a visual cue for customers to understand the menu and the food that is served in a restaurant. This is great for tourists who are unfamiliar…
Best places to travel to in 2025 for all types of travellers
Where are the most exciting places to explore in 2025? Here are some travel ideas to help you plan your best holiday.
Hokkien Stir Fried Rice Cakes (Pek Keh)
These chewy Hokkien rice cakes are stir fried in a rich dark soy sauce with a lot of leeks, pork lard and vegetables. Delicious.
Red Braised Pork Belly Hong shao rou (红烧肉) recipe
This untuous red braised belly pork makes a very delicious and comforting meal. A favourite dish for Chinese family meals and easy to cook with just a few ingredients.
Japanese Beef Gyudon Rice Bowl
This is my second favourite easy Japanese meal after Oyako Don (that chicken rice bowl). Slowly simmered thinly sliced beef, and onions in a sweet and savoury dashi and mirin broth, then spooned over a bowl of short-grain Japanese rice. One pot, one bowl, an easy weeknight supper. I love to order Gyudon in casual…
Boeuf Bourguignon A comforting winter stew
Boeuf Bourguignon is a hearty French stew with tender beef in a rich red wine sauce. Its a no fuss recipe that is easy and comforting.
