How 6 Asian Countries Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
What started as a Irish religious holiday in 1631 is now a reason for celebration in various parts of Asia.
Due in part to the spread of Irish expatriates, St. Patrick’s Day is now recognized around the world in Singapore, South Korea, India, China, Japan and Malaysia.
How to Upgrade a Highly-Rated Tonkotsu Instant Ramen Meal
Instant ramen, one of the most affordable, tasty and easy-to-make meals/snacks, is an absolute necessity for any pantry.
Over 60 years of history: The first instant noodles were a “Chikin Ramen” created in 1958 by Momofuku Ando, the founder of Nissin Foods, according to Insider.
Japan’s 1,000-Year-Old Answer to Cold Winters is a Hearty Bowl of Oden
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For the winter season in Japan, oden continues to be a signature comfort food to beat back the cold.
What the Vietnamese Eat for Lunar New Year and the Legends Behind It
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Tết, known as Vietnamese Lunar New Year, is rich in traditions and customs, marking the arrival of spring in the lunisolar calendar.
What Koreans Eat to Celebrate the Lunar New Year and the Ghost Stories Behind It
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Seollal, the Korean New Year, welcomes the year with colorful customs, legends and the unbreakable need to eat rice cake soup.
The Marvelous Myths Behind Chinese Lunar New Year
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Spring Festival, or the Chinese Lunar New Year, follows the lunisolar calendar and celebrates myths, auspicious food, and massive family gatherings.
Black Thorn Durian Dethrones Billionaire’s Favored ‘King’ Durian
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The controversial Southeast Asian “King of Fruits” is back and more expensive than ever.
Where Did KBBQ Come From? Inside Its 2,000-Year-Old History
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Korean barbeque, a popular way to eat and grill meat with family and friends, is embedded in a history of war, conquest and reclamation.