To Americans, Vietnamese cuisine seems exotic and made up of hard to find ingredients, when in fact it’s made up of local, seasonal, and common foods. The distinction found in this fare actually comes in the form of balance, where no one flavor dominates.
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Have a Bowl of Pho-Pho-Fun! Vietnam’s most famous dish, pho (pronounced “fuh”), is gaining popularity amongst Americans. You can find it in most Asian restaurants around the country. There are even eateries that exclusively offer this delicious soup dish. It’s a fun dish with endless possibilities. Flavor Experience Because of its inexpensive ingredients, one could
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What is Boba Tea and Why People like it so Much? Its addictive texture and variety of flavors are why everyone loves Boba tea so much. There’s quite a bit of chewing involved, and everyone goes crazy over this Asian drink. What is Boba Tea? Boba tea (aka bubble tea or pearl milk tea) is
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What is Shrimp Mousse and Why You Should Try It Known as Chạo Tôm to Vietnamese people, sugar cane shrimp (shrimp mousse) is a fragrant appetizer that originated in the city of Huế in central Vietnam. It is a traditional Vietnamese dish typically served as an appetizer and a common dish at weddings, holidays, and
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Bo kho may not be as well-known as pho, but it should be. This Vietnamese beef stew has a delightful depth of flavor with a delicate blend of lemongrass, star anise, cinnamon, and clove. It’s the perfect winter dish to warm you up this season.
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You’ve probably never heard the term “qi” (pronounced “chee”) before unless you’ve tried acupuncture or have seen a doctor who practices Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In Chinese philosophy, qi is a vital energy force that guides someone’s mental and physical processes and can be balanced with food, sleep, and exercise.
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As one of the most diverse foods on the planet, of course, noodles would have an entire month dedicated to their deliciousness. The History of Noodles Most of us think of Italian food when we think of noodles. The Chinese, Arabs, and Italians have all claimed to have invented this pasta. However, in 2005 a
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Che: You may notice at our Arkansas location we serve something called Chè. And it’s a delicious fruity drink that you should stop by and try. Ingredients Che is any traditional Vietnamese sweet beverage, dessert soup, or pudding. At Pho 95, we have 5 different chè drinks for you to enjoy. The base is coconut
Chopsticks are a pretty versatile eating utensil. It’s a fork, knife, pair of tongs, a whisk—all rolled into one. If you didn’t grow up using them, they can be a bit of a challenge. So here’s our step-by-step guide on how to use chopsticks: Step 1: Hold your dominant hand loosely. Place the first chopstick
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Asian restaurants often adapt their cuisine to suit American palates – The food you get in China is often different than what you get in America. For example, many American-Asian cuisines offer fried foods, something that is not custom in Asian countries. But don’t be bothered by the authenticity of your Chinese food (because let’s
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