Five traditional dishes among disappearing flavours of Thailand’s Nonthaburi province
‘The Lost Taste’ initiative aims to connect Thai society to the value of traditional foods.
Japan’s sushi chains giving up conveyor belt to reduce waste, improve hygiene
Sushi chain operating companies are using digital videos and other methods to make the process of choosing one’s food more fun.
Ostrich for dinner? Shaky beef supply, shortage of rice ram home Japan’s food security fears
For a country renowned worldwide for its exquisite "washoku" or traditional cuisine and premium high-quality produce, Japan suffers from dire food security challenges at home.
Cambodian initiative repurposes discarded cashew apples into “premium” liqueur
The product is still in the research and development phase and is not yet available for general sale. Anyone hoping to experience the unique, aromatic and slightly astringent…
Japan’s sake breweries enter digital era with production aid
Mizutani Shuzo is among the growing number of sake breweries using a digital tool developed by the Nagoya Regional Taxation Bureau to automatically calculate the degree of…
Rainy season: A Cambodian celebration of nature’s bounty
The rainy season breathes life into Cambodia’s rivers, lakes and farmlands. The essence of Khmer food is deeply tied to its ingredients, among which, the most prized ones are…
Calories that stalk the Chuseok table
While food is an essential part of Korea's main traditional holidays, it is important to note that these savory dishes are often high in calories. In fact, most of these…
Kura Sushi unveils Osaka-Kansai Expo restaurant layout; has 135m-long conveyor-belt food lane
The restaurant will demonstrate how the fisheries industry should become sustainable by using advanced technologies and promote the conveyor-belt sushi service that originated in…
Architecture mooncakes a smash hit in Taiyuan
The cultural and creative mooncakes cover many Taiyuan cultural landmarks, such as the Jinci Temple, the ancient county seat of Taiyuan, Mount Taishan, and the Twin Pagoda Temple.
Cool down with refreshing Japanese sweet ‘mizu yokan’ made from red bean paste
Kanako Wakimoto, who runs a traditional Japanese restaurant in Kamiyacho, Tokyo, recommends mizu yokan as a perfect summertime snack.