Growing up in Taiwan, I had heard the word “kimchi” since I was little, but I had never seen it in real life until I was in college. My dad sent me to Columbia University to study English (ESL: English as a Second Language) during summer v...
Under the Sea Kimchi Dumplings

Immigration and the Food Industry: Forty-five Dollar Avocado Toast and Other Tragedies

I’m not a very political person. I pay attention to current political events and happenings around the world, but I mostly keep my opinions to myself. I am, however, outspoken about politics when it involves the food industry because it directly...
Dive into Asian Food and Culture: Your Taste Buds Will Thank You

Traveler’s urge to travel around Asia has grown significantly in the last few years. Factors such as diversity, rich historical background, pop culture, and food have all helped pique interest for the vast continent. Cultural and geographical di...