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Features 5 min.

Two Chefs, One Grain: The Many Lives of Hong Kong Rice

From soulful congee to “soupy rice,” two acclaimed chefs celebrate the same grain in strikingly different ways.

Features 4 min.

A Guide to Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year Rice Puddings, From Heritage Nian Gao to Modern Standout Creations

More than just sweet treats, Hong Kong’s New Year rice puddings showcase the city’s culinary ingenuity, standing out for their distinctive textures, flavors and local character.

Dining Out 2 min.

Xôi Bát, Vietnam’s Only MICHELIN-Recognised Sticky Rice Spot, Redefining a Vietnamese Staple

Forget pho or banh mi – in Vietnam, it’s sticky rice (xoi) that truly takes centre stage in life’s most significant celebrations, from a child’s first birthday to weddings and sacred worship ceremonies.

Features 3 min.

Iconic Dishes: Nasi Lemak, the Quintessential Malay Breakfast

The Malay nasi lemak is defined by its own trinity of rice, fresh coconut milk, and the indispensable sambal belachan. We visit two MICHELIN nasi lemak spots in Penang and unearth the history behind this quintessential Malay dish.

Features 3 min.

Same Same But Different: The Different Types of Chicken Rice Around Asia

Unlike the age-old puzzle — which came first, the chicken or the egg, there is no such quarrel over the chicken and the rice when it comes to which was first discovered by humans for consumption. Let's explore the various renditions of chicken rice across Asia!

Dining Out 2 min.

The Secret Behind Bangkok's 96-Year-Old Mango Sticky Rice Shop

A merchant of tradition, a sweet family tradition. The perennially favourite Thai dessert by a third-generation mango sticky rice specialist.

Dining In 4 min.

How To Make Paella At Home

Jaleo's Daniel Lugo shares his insight into how to make this classic Spanish dish.