Rice Varieties Guide: Jasmine, Sushi, Glutinous and More
By Yvonne Chong
Rice is one of the most essential ingredients in Asian cooking, and it is also one of the easiest to misunderstand. From fragrant jasmine rice to short grain sushi rice...
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Light vs Dark Soy Sauce - What's the Difference?
By Sokim Lay
Light soy sauce is thin, salty, and used for seasoning. Dark soy sauce is thicker, sweeter, and used for colour. Learn when to use each, how they're made, and which...
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Fish Sauce vs Oyster Sauce - When to Use Each
By Sokim Lay
Fish sauce is a thin, salty, fermented liquid used for umami seasoning. Oyster sauce is a thick, sweet-savoury glaze made from oyster extract. Learn the differences, when to use each,...
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5 Essential Korean Pantry Staples for Beginners
By Sokim Lay
New to Korean cooking? These 5 essential pantry staples - gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, sesame oil, and doenjang - are all you need to start making authentic Korean dishes at...
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10 Best Instant Ramen Noodles You Can Buy in Australia
By Sokim Lay
From fiery Samyang Buldak to classic Shin Ramyun and Indomie Mi Goreng, here are the 10 best instant ramen noodles you can buy online in Australia. Includes Korean, Japanese, Thai,...
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What Is Gochujang? The Complete Guide to Korean Chilli Paste
By Sokim Lay
Gochujang is a fermented Korean chilli paste made from red chilli powder, glutinous rice, fermented soybeans, and salt. Learn what it tastes like, how to use it in cooking, how...
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Fish Sauce Explained: How to Choose, Store and Cook With It
By Yvonne Chong
Fish sauce is one of the most important ingredients in Asian cooking. It may look simple, and it brings deep savoury flavour to dishes across Thai, Vietnamese and Filipino cuisines....
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What Is Gochujang? How to Use Korean Chilli Paste in Everyday Cooking
By Yvonne Chong
Gochujang is the spicy, sweet, fermented chilli paste behind Korea's best dishes. Here's what it is, how to use it, and why your kitchen needs it.
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Asian Haircare Rooted in Everyday Health for Stronger Healthier Hair
By Yvonne Chong
Asian haircare is often associated with specific products or styling trends, but its foundation is far broader. Across many parts of Asia, healthy hair is viewed as a reflection of...
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What Is Asian Healthcare and Beauty? A Practical Guide to Skincare, Haircare, and Wellness from Across Asia
By Yvonne Chong
Asian healthcare and beauty is often described as a trend, but it is better understood as a way of caring for skin, hair, and overall wellbeing through everyday habits. Across...
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Sago Pearls and Flour: What They Are, How to Use Them and Where to Buy in Australia
By Yvonne Chong
Sago pearls are a staple in Asian desserts and drinks - but what exactly are they? Here's everything you need to know, plus where to buy them in Australia.
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Matcha Powder: A Simple Guide to the Green Tea Everyone’s Talking About
By Yvonne Chong
There is something calming about that vibrant green cup of matcha. Smooth, earthy, slightly sweet, and full of character, it has become a daily ritual for many. Whether you have...
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Pocky : The Sweet Japanese Snack That’s More Than Just a Cookie Stick
By Yvonne Chong
What makes Pocky Japan's most iconic biscuit stick? From its 1966 origins to today's wild flavour lineup, here's everything you need to know.
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