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· Bryan Ke
One of the World’s Most Famous Indian Chefs Dies of COVID-19
Celebrity chef, author and restaurateur Floyd Cardoz passed away in New Jersey due to complications from COVID-19. Cardoz, 59, visited the Mountainside Medical Center in Montclair, New Jersey last week as a “precautionary measure” after he was “feeling feverish.” He later tested…
· Carl Samson
Japanese Master Teaches ‘Shojin Cuisine’ to One of the Best Chefs in the World
As parts of the world transition to a more plant-based diet, restaurants offering “Shojin” cuisine have become more accessible, drawing patrons from all walks of life. But what exactly is Shojin, and how does it work as a dietary choice?
· Benny Luo
One of OC’s Best Sushi Chefs Reveals How to Make World Class Sushi Rice at Home
“We do not serve American rolls.” These are the words you’ll see written on a chalkboard right before you walk into Ikko. Unlike most sushi restaurants in America where we are accustomed to seeing California and Volcano rolls, Chef Ikko Kobayashi is more interested in preserving…
· Khier Casino
Six of Asia’s Top 10 Chefs Are White Guys Who Don’t Even Cook Asian Food
Six out of the top 10 chefs profiled in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2017 are white males, and some in the culinary community, including TV host and author Anthony Bourdain, believe the list is “beyond ludicrous.” Author and co-founder of Roads & Kingdoms, Matt Goulding, agreed…
· Ryan General
This New York Startup Has the Best Way to Help Refugee Chefs Everywhere
New York City is a haven of great international cuisine. With the number of specialty restaurants that offer a variety of food from different countries in the city, it is certainly not easy for a restaurant to stand out even if they are offering unique meal options. However,…
· Editorial Staff
These Chinese Chefs Have Knife Skills That Are Extremely Satisfying to Watch
There’s nothing like seeing a talented chef doing what he does best. Check out the video above showcasing an array of talented chefs and their incredible knife skills.
· Laura Dang
Female Sushi Chefs Fight For Acceptance After Being Harassed By Sexist Customers
When was the last time you saw a woman behind a sushi counter? Many people have never encountered such a sight in all their years of sushi eating. It may come as a surprise to those who are realizing this now, but there is a strongly held Japanese belief that sushi chefs must…
· Max Chang
Sushi Master Jiro’s Son Once Said Women Can’t Be Sushi Chefs Because They Have Periods
Why can’t women be sushi chefs? Because their periods mess up their sense of taste. Most would agree that statement is clearly sexist, but what’s even more surprising is who said it.
· Ryan General
Award-Winning Writer Schools the New York Times Over ‘Colonial’ Article on Southeast Asian Fruits
Award-winning writer and editor Osayi Endolyn has called out a New York Times article for its treatment of Southeast Asian fruits that bordered on “colonialism.” In a series of Instagram Story posts, Endolyn broke down how problematic the way author Hannah Beech disparaged the…
· Kimberly Nguyen
Bon Appétit Editor Reveals POC Earn Far Less Than White Co-Workers
American food and entertainment magazine Bon Appétit is facing harsh criticism for its treatment and compensation of its POC workers following a reveal by staff member Sohla El-Waylly of her pay compared to her white counterparts. For her over 15-year experience in the culinary…
· Carl Samson
‘You F*cking Ch*nk!’: Queer Chef Attacked With Homophobic, Racist Slurs During Zoom Cooking Class
A queer Asian chef in North Carolina reportedly endured homophobic and racist slurs while hosting a recent cooking class via Zoom. J. Chong, a sous chef at a local restaurant, was 30 minutes into her spinach pesto-making class when a wave of newcomers joined, but only to attack…
· Bryan Ke
NYC’s Largest Chinese Restaurant Closes Down Temporarily Because of Coronavirus
Jing Fong, a Chinese restaurant on Elizabeth Street in New York, will be closing its doors temporarily following a ban made by Governor Andrew Cuomo amid the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The decision to temporarily close its doors was made on Thursday after the…
· Carl Samson
People Line Up for HOURS to Try These Spicy Chinese Noodles in LA
A noodle stand specializing in a spicy recipe from northwestern China has now captivated taste buds in Los Angeles. Bang Bang Noodles, located in Highland Park, has seen people line up for its famous “biang biang mian” for hours — to the point of bowls selling out even before it…
· Ryan General
Chef Kei Kobayashi Becomes First Japanese Chef to Get 3 Michelin Stars
Chef Kei Kobayashi has made history by becoming the first-ever Japanese chef to be awarded the maximum three Michelin stars for his restaurant, Kei, in Paris. Kobayashi was among several Japanese cooks who were given stars on Monday in France, reports the Japan Times.
· Editorial Staff
NextShark Presents the Lunar New Year Cookware Collection by Our Place
With Lunar New Year approaching, Asians around the world are preparing for exciting festivities with family, gifts, and the one thing that brings all of it together: the food. This year, NextShark is proud to share with you the latest cultural collection from Our Place, an…
· Editorial Staff
Legendary Manga Artists Team Up With Winemaker to Launch Exclusive Wine Club
During the 17th and 18th century in Europe, prominent individuals (mostly women) would host private gatherings in their homes called “salons”. These gatherings were reserved for the elite who would gather together to debate and discuss topics surrounding literature, philosophy,…
· Editorial Staff
7 Japanese Things People Do in ‘Terrace House’ That May Puzzle Foreigners
“Terrace House” has been a hit show in Japan ever since it debuted on Fuji TV in 2012, but its success didn’t reach beyond Japan until 2015, when it premiered as a Netflix original. Since then, “Terrace House” has become an international hit spawning four more seasons along with…
· Ryan General
Bay Area Chef Wins ‘Nobel Prize for Food’ for His Climate Change Solutions
A chef in San Francisco recently won an international award for his efforts in creating climate change solutions through the food he prepares. Mission Chinese Food co-founder Anthony Myint was awarded the “Basque Culinary World Prize,” from Spain-based nonprofit Basque Culinary…
· Leanna Chan
Why Take-Out Sushi Has ‘Grass’ in Between Pieces
When you order sushi to-go, you commonly see a dollop of wasabi, a few pieces of ginger, and a piece of plastic grass with your food. Have you ever wondered why chefs include that tiny piece of decorative grass with your sushi? Well it turns out, that piece of grass isn’t just…
· Carl Samson
Impressive Garlic-Peeling Hack is a Life Changer for Anyone Cooking Asian Food
A Canadian woman claiming to make a lot of Korean food has won the internet after sharing an unbelievably quick and convenient method of peeling garlic. Over the weekend, Twitter user @VPestilenZ posted a video of herself demonstrating the kitchen hack, which has since received…