Custardy French Toast (Bánh Mì Rán)
Tower Cafe in Sacramento is known for its famous French toast. Once in a while, my husband would show off his romantic side by taking a few hours off work…
Pickled Lemon Chicken and King Oyster Mushroom Soup (Súp Gà Chanh Muối Nấm Bào Ngư)
Despite the sweltering summer heat, I enjoy eating hot soup anytime of the day. Peculiar isn’t it? Yet, it’s so comforting to be able to enjoy – slurp to be…
Pickled Lemon Chicken and King Oyster Mushroom Soup (Súp Gà Chanh Muối Nấm Bào Ngư)
Despite the sweltering summer heat, I enjoy eating hot soup anytime of the day. Peculiar isn’t it? Yet, it’s so comforting to be able to enjoy – slurp to be…
Phở Gà Khô Hai Tô (Vietnamese Dry Chicken Noodle)
If you have a chance to visit the mountainous region of Pleiku where I was born, you must try the dry noodle dish (phở khô) – the pride of Pleiku.…
Đậu Hũ Chiên Giòn (Crispy Fried Tofu)
This crispy fried tofu is simple and yet tasty to have as an appetizer. The bite-size fried tofu has a natural sweetness and tender center; the beautiful golden brown skin…
Bánh Tráng Mè (Sesame Rice Crackers)
I often forget to appreciate the basic things in life until I actually experience it. While making bánh tráng (rice paper) from scratch, I realized how time consuming it is…
Chè Khoai Môn Bột Báng (Taro Coconut Tapioca Pudding)
Waking up I suddenly realize that the room has become much colder than the previous mornings. I shiver as the crisp chilled air penetrated my body. A peek outside my…