Snack

Japanese Octopus Balls Takoyaki

April 29, 2011
Takoyaki

Takoyaki, octopus ball is a popular street snack in Japan. It is a perfect blend of batter, pickled ginger, and onion cooked on a specially designed pan.

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Chinese Sugar Roasted Chestnuts

February 17, 2011
chestnut stand

As I walk the cold streets of a small town in the middle of nowhere, China something draws my attention. Look! In the distance, a distinct aroma and rattling sound oh so unmistakable. As I walk closer and closer to the source, the smell got stronger and the rattling sounds of the wok grew louder. [...]

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Taro Chips and Cassava Chips

January 29, 2010
taro chips

You had potato and corn chips before. Heck, you might have even had apple chips before too. But have you ever eaten taro chips? Yes, they exist but aren’t really popularized in the United States though readily available in most markets throughout Asia.

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Yan Yan Snack

October 11, 2009
yan yan

Yan Yan is a Japanese snack that is instantly recognizable to many.

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Bun?

September 9, 2009
bun

Hungry? Have a steamed bun (man tou) or pineapple bun (bo lo bao.)

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Dragon Beard Candy

August 16, 2009
dragon bread candy

Dragon Beard Candy can probably be best described to a total stranger of this sweet as a tasty little cocoon shaped morsel. Most people who have tried this treat will say the sensation is quite similar to cotton candy. However, those who eat it after it has been sitting on the shelf for a bit [...]

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