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China Diaries: Chen Mapo Tofu
February 29, 2016
Even though no one knows for sure if Chen Mapo Tofu in Chengdu is the originator of the dish, it's undeniable that it has become an institution.
China Diaries: Cha's Restaurant in Shanghai
July 20, 2015
Cha's Restaurant specializes in the Hong Kong cha canting-style. Soy milks, sandwiches, instant noodles, braised seafood, fried rice plates, etc.
China Diaries: Bullfrog Hot Pot
July 13, 2015
Frog is big in Shanghai. Frog dishes are on almost all menus. It's like the chicken of America. We ate bullfrog at Zhuwu Sichuan Restaurant.
China Diaries: Discovering Speak Low Bar in Shanghai
July 6, 2015
As you may know, Google does not work in China. Savvy travelers would know to...
China Diaries: Feng Yu SJB
June 29, 2015
For years, I longingly listened to my grandma's stories of her golden years in Shanghai....
China Diaries: Chongquing Laoma Tou Hotpot
June 15, 2015
When I was traveling with Washi in Chengdu last month, he was trying to fight...
China Diaries: Zhanglaowu Bean Jelly Store
June 8, 2015
It's kind of embarrassing, but I really didn't do any research about Chengdu before touching...
Postcard from Shanghai: Wine of China
May 22, 2015
*Yoko is in China for 10 days! And with no access to Facebook or Instagram,...
Postcard from Shanghai: Shengjian
May 22, 2015
*Yoko is in China for 10 days! And with no access to Facebook or Instagram,...
Postcard from Shanghai: Din Tai Fung Limited Edition
May 22, 2015
*Yoko is in China for 10 days! And with no access to Facebook or Instagram,...
Postcard from Shanghai: Cocktails at hoF
May 21, 2015
*Yoko is in China for 10 days! And with no access to Facebook or Instagram,...
Postcard from Fengjing: Black Pig Museum
May 21, 2015
*Yoko is in China for 10 days! And with no access to Facebook or Instagram,...