Thin, crispy, sweet, buttery, sparkly, spicy, and fruity describe these Chinese Almond Ginger cookies. They have a balance of thin and crispiness with a tender, soft center that melts in your mouth. Think of a sugar cookie with a hint of ginger and almond flavors. These cookies will pleasantly surprise you even if you aren’tContinue reading “Chinese Almond Ginger Cookies: Terrific Crispy, Buttery, Sweet, & Spicy Delights!”
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Simple Chinese Shaobing Flatbread: Sesame Roux Layered Pastry
Lunar New Year and the Beijing Winter Olympics are near. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with a bake to represent both. The basic Chinese Shaobing Flatbread (or pastry) truly is an international bread worthy of recognition. It’s the representation of bread bakes from the east to west and every countryContinue reading “Simple Chinese Shaobing Flatbread: Sesame Roux Layered Pastry”
Chinese Steamed Flower Rolls: Beautiful yet Unique Asian Bread
Lunar New Year arrives February 12th. Our Asian friends are in full celebration mode (well, as much as one can be during a pandemic). At least, the celebrations will be en famille, if nothing else. After all, in Asian countries, Lunar New Year is the largest family and friend celebration of the year. Regardless, familyContinue reading “Chinese Steamed Flower Rolls: Beautiful yet Unique Asian Bread”
Lunar New Year: Hua Juan (Flower Rolls), Steamed Fish, and Homemade Noodles
I thought I would NEVER get through this meal… preparing it, that is. Don’t get me wrong, the flower rolls, fish, and noddle dish were all good but time consuming (as most of my weekend meals of late have been). Let’s get to the reason for the weekend. As mentioned and described in detail inContinue reading “Lunar New Year: Hua Juan (Flower Rolls), Steamed Fish, and Homemade Noodles”
Happy (Lunar) New Year’s Eve! Try a Traditional Dish this Weekend…
Having taught international middle and high school students over the years, I have come to understand and appreciate the importance of Lunar New Year. From year to year the date changes, but those years when New Year’s Day is held during the workweek, we find our friends native to Asian cultures a little tired, aContinue reading “Happy (Lunar) New Year’s Eve! Try a Traditional Dish this Weekend…”