We’re at a time in our life where it’s ok not to make such extravagant dishes at this time. Everyone is feeling low but I believe cooking can really take people’s minds off this pandemic, if only for a little moment…
Nanban Brixton’s Lazy Ragú-men
I had always wanted to go to Nanban Brixton as it was one of the few Japanese restaurants with a fusion twist. Nanban or “南蛮 / ナンバンブリクストン” is defined as barbarian in Japanese and the idea is to incorporate flavours and ingredients from Brixton Market to mix with Japanese dishes…
Yoogane’s Dakgalbi (닭갈비)
Imagine having a large pan filled with chicken and rice cake marinated in a gochujang based sauce with a whole lot of cheese on top! These are all the things I love eating from Korean food and 닭갈비or “Dakgalbi” brings that joy to reality for me…
A Peppery Selection of Vietnam Dishes
Vietnam was a wondorous place with many dishes to try and places to explore. I regret not eating more when I explored Hanoi, Hai Phong, Ho Chi Minh (or Saigon) and Ha Long Bay on my 10 day trip…
TamJai SamGor’s Yunnan noodles
Hot and sour yunnan noodles is something I never thought I would enjoy. TamJai SamGor Mixian (譚仔三哥米線) is a famous chain that specialises in Mixian rice noodles from the Yunnan province of China. However I tasted my own custom made bowl in the heart of Hong Kong…