Blogs
May19
What is Shrimp Mousse and Why You Should Try It
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 ...
May19
How Bo Kho will Warm Your Soul this Winter
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 ...
May19
Balance Your Qi with Food
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 ...
Mar02
Celebrating National Noodle Month
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 ...
Dec26
What is Che?
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 ...
Oct05
How to Use Chopsticks
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 ...
Aug27
What is the Difference Between a Spring Roll and an Egg Roll?
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 ...
Aug27
Four Things People Look for When Choosing a Restaurant
What do you look for when choosing a restaurant? As you know, not all eateries are created equal. Sometimes, the fast food place around the corner just won’t do. You’re looking for more of an ...
Aug25
Why is Rice a Staple in Asian Cuisine?
When it comes to Asian cuisine, rice is a must-have. From steamed rice, fried rice, and rice noodles, to sticky rice, what makes rice so important? Pho95 is here to explain the history of rice ...
Mar13
Taking a Look at Asian Desserts
It’s hard to pass up dessert on most occasions. Something about that sweet decadence after a savory meal that just rounds it all out. Many of us think of a piece of pie or cake ...
Feb17
What is Vietnamese New Year and How Can You Celebrate?
You may have heard of the spring festival called “Chinese New Year,” but have you heard of “Vietnamese New Year”? Both are an Asian tradition of celebrating the new Lunar Year, much like the rest ...
Jan07
How Do You Like Your Banh Mi? A Look at Vietnamese Sandwiches
Instead of running to the nearest sub shop the next time you get a hankering for a sandwich, head over to the local Asian fusion restaurant and grab a banh mi instead. Banh mi (pronounced ...
Dec04
Vietnamese food the healthiest cuisine?
Vietnamese food might be the healthiest cuisine in the world with its fresh vegetables, herbs, fruits, and meats. All of the cuisine contains a brilliant balance of aromatics, spiciness, sweetness, bitterness, and saltiness. As with ...
