Don’t Banh Mi if I do..
Originating from Vietnam, the Banh Mi could very well be the most famous cross-cultural dish of our time; certainly the greatest sandwich! The sheer joy of crunching into a Vietnamese baguette only excites you further for what’s to follow. To ensure a soft welcoming, you’ve got an indulgent spread of pâté on one side and mayo on the other. Add to it, crunchy pickled vegetables, fresh coriander, meaty richness – and for those who dare, chilli. So how did this cult classic sanga come to be? Back when Vietnam was part of French Indochina (when the French ruled Vietnam during...
Read MoreRed Lotus Vietnamese Chargrill – Annerley
You have to enjoy Red Lotus for what it is – true Vietnamese street style eating. Pack them in and feed them – humble yet appetizingly effective.
Read MoreRailway Station Chicken w/ Green Papaya & Peanut Salad
Wanting to buy some local fresh fruit and veg, my girlfriend and I decided to get up bright and early and mission to the Boggo Road Markets. I had a delightful time chatting with the stall owners about the origin of their goods. Some (not all) of the stall owners were really passionate about their produce and didn’t hesitate in giving me detailed accounts of their origin. I purchased most of my produce from a stall owner who grows all his own organic fruit and veg, however needing a few extra vegetables I made my way to another stall which had a combination of Rocklea Market...
Read MoreCha Ca La Vong Noodles (Turmeric Fish)
Mum bought the Food and Travels Asia cookbook by Alastair Hendy for my birthday. This book is by far the best Asian Cookbook I have ever laid my eyes upon. The talent of Alastair Hendy blows my mind on each and every page I turn. The photography is exquisite, the recipes are so traditionally spot on – it’s brilliant! I highly recommend this book if you’re a fan of Asian food. Every time I go out for Vietnamese (and that’s a lot) I always order the Turmeric Fish if it’s on the menu; I love the combination of fish and peanuts and the added freshness of lettuce and rice...
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