Bangkok Mooncakes & Dim Sum

Glowing white and majestic, the moon is a universal source of wonder and mystique. Whether an orb of Gouda cheese or merely a hunk of magma planted in the heavens, the moon has been a constant inspiration for countless works of art and celebration. Myths and fables about the moon abound, describing its lunar effect on people, eliciting bizarre and uncanny behaviors. Read More...

Asia is home to a number of dishes often deemed peculiar by the Western diner.  In Vietnam, 'thit chao' is a meal comprised of dog meat - hard to swallow for Lassie lovers across the board. Thailand's visitors are often encouraged to sample handfuls of fried grasshoppers in the tradition of Fear Factor, while those experimenting with Cantonese cuisine are served Phoenix talons, or deep-fried chicken feet marinated in black bean sauce. Read More...