Mooncake History: About the Most Iconic Chinese Pastry
Originally posted July 19, 2021 Reposted January 25, 2023 Origins & Legends of the Famous Mid-Autumn Festival Mooncake. Mid-Autumn Festival is just...
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Galette des Rois: A History of the French King Cake
Originally posted January 5, 2018 A History of Today’s Popular French King Cake As French pastry chefs gain popularity around the world,...
All About Kamameshi: The History of the Rice & More
The History of Kamameshi & Where to Taste it in Tokyo Kamameshi is another classic Japanese rice dish with an interesting history...
Bingsu History: Origins of Korea’s Shaved Ice
Aka, Patbingsu and Bingsoo. Almost every Asian culture, both East Asian and Southeast Asian, has its shaved ice dessert topped with their...
Japanese Castella History: From Portugal to Japan
About Japan’s Beloved Kasutera. Castella, or kasutera in Japan, is a light, yellow, sweet sponge cake that is one of the best...
Casserole History: Origins & the American Evolution
From a French Sauce Pan to the American Pyrex. Today, casseroles have a reputation as an all-American oven-baked dish for family dinners...
Baumkuchen History: Japan’s Love for this German Cake
Origins of Japan’s Most Popular Cake. When it comes to food, Japanese seems to have a natural ability to make an international...
Rijsttafel’s History in Indonesia and The Netherlands
Origins and Today’s Popularity When researching what to eat in Bali, you will undoubtedly come across the name, “Rijsttafel.” Is this Indonesian?...
Yakisoba History: From Chow Mein to Yakisoba
All About Japan’s Famous Noodle Dish. Yakisoba translates to stir-fried noodles. It is one of Japan’s most beloved comfort foods with its...
Microwave History: Heating Up the Past
A Look Back at the Microwave Oven. Today, the microwave is a household staple. It’s more necessary than the stovetop. Let’s learn...