Cơm gà Hải Nam: A Vietnamese Classic Cơm gà Hải Nam, or Hainanese chicken rice originates from the Hainan Province in China, but is popular throughout Thailand and Vietnam. It starts with a modestly poached chicken in a simple, fragrant broth of onions, garlic, and ginger. It simmers and soaks up the flavor of the… (read more)
On New Year’s Eve, as people around the world celebrated with a kiss or a glass of Champagne, some partygoers in Nairobi celebrated a different way: with 12 grapes, one for each month of the year, as the clock ticked down to midnight. This Mexican tradition, which dates back to the Spanish colonial period and… (read more)
New grads with freshly minted diplomas and polished resumes will apply for open positions in droves this summer. And, as always, the competition for new grads hitting the job market is fierce. So how can recent graduates stand out? New grads might want to add learning a second language to their post-commencement to-do list. ✓… (read more)
In places like America, Chinese food has developed its own distinct flavor that is markedly different from that of its homeland. In fact, North American Chinese dishes, heavy with thick, sweet sauces, are not what you’d encounter in the countryside and cities of China. China is a diverse place with multiple cultural influences, so the… (read more)
The awakening of Mother Nature from her winter slumber brings with it not just the beginning of a new season, but the beginning of a new day. Nowruz, literally “new day,” which happens on the vernal equinox, marks a new year for several countries around the world. In 2019, it occurred on Wednesday, March 20… (read more)
Paris is a city that never fails to sweep me off my feet. Walking down the grand boulevards and hidden alleys I am consistently astonished by the beauty that surrounds me. Every meal is cause for celebration, an event that demands my full attention and appreciation. Even the sounds are delightful, as I find… (read more)
Although many groups make up the rich and varied tapestry of cultures that is Iran, Persian food is considered the country’s dominant cuisine. Because of Iran’s history and its proximity to the Silk Road, a trade route that ran through the heart of the region, Persian food is heavily influenced by Middle Eastern, Turkish, Russian,… (read more)
Meet the chef behind today’s recipe, Melanzane alla Parmigiana Italian cuisine might seem like one great big family, but like most countries around the world, each region in Italy enjoys a unique flavor and style that is a product of the local and geographic influences. What we may think of as Italian food is actually popularized… (read more)
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