The Allure of Cantonese Sweet and Sour Fillet Steak Cantonese Style Sweet and Sour Fillet Steak is a fusion masterpiece that emerged in Hong Kong, where chefs sought to emulate Western steak dishes while infusing them with Chinese flavors (Eat…

In the vibrant world of Chinese cuisine, few dishes captivate the senses like crispy chilli beef. This beloved dish, with its golden, crunchy beef strips coated in a sticky, sweet-spicy sauce, is a staple in Chinese takeaways and restaurants worldwide….

As autumn’s golden hues paint the landscape, the kitchen becomes a haven for comforting, soul-warming dishes. Among these, chestnut and butternut squash soup stands out as a quintessential fall creation, blending the sweet, nutty richness of chestnuts with the velvety,…

The Via Francigena: A Culinary Pilgrimage The Via Francigena, or “Frankish Route,” dates to the Middle Ages, when pilgrims like Archbishop Sigeric of Canterbury (990 AD) trekked to Rome, documenting 80 stops, including 15 in Tuscany. Today, it’s a European…

Why Newcastle for Food and Drink in 2025? Newcastle’s food scene has evolved dramatically over the past decade, propelled by young entrepreneurs, celebrity chefs, and a renewed focus on local produce from the North Sea and Northumberland countryside. In 2025,…

The Emergence of Fireheart: A Modern Roast Philosophy Founded with a clear vision of making specialty coffee accessible, Fireheart Coffee emerged as a response to mass-market blends and impersonal service. The brand’s core philosophy is rooted in transparency, sustainability, and…

The Origins: A Humble Beginning Din Tai Fung was founded in 1958 by Yang Bingyi, a mainland Chinese immigrant who fled to Taiwan during the Chinese Civil War. Originally a cooking oil retailer, the business was named after two companies…

The Origins: From Potato Chips to Cabbage Chunks The story of charred salt and vinegar cabbage begins with an unexpected muse: the salt-and-vinegar potato chip. As Deb Perelman recounts in her third cookbook, Smitten Kitchen Keepers (2022), the recipe was…

A Brief History of Monkey & Me Monkey & Me opened its doors in 2007, at a time when London’s appetite for authentic Asian cuisine was growing but still finding its footing. Located just minutes from Marylebone and Baker Street…

Why Red Braised Pork Belly? Hong Shao Rou is a beloved dish for its irresistible combination of textures and flavors: This recipe requires some patience (about 2 hours total, with 30 minutes active prep), but the results are worth every…