Cassandra Wang hails from Edmonton, Alberta. But before settling in, she lived in Shanghai for the first 7 years of her life. That’s where she grew up and got her taste of the vibrant food culture. Since moving to Edmonton, she has fallen in love with international cuisine. If there’s a new restaurant in town, she would be the first to line up outside the door. At home, you can find her experimenting with recipes around the world. She hopes to share these experiences with all who care to listen.
In her spare time, Xin cares for 6 rescue budgies. Many of which she found stranded in parks or her backyard. On weekends, she drives out to Banff or Jasper where she can be found hiking new trails. She’s thankful Athabasca University has allowed her to work full-time as a researcher while taking courses that interest her such as abnormal psychology.
Japanese cheesecake is a delicious and fluffy dessert that has a unique texture and flavor. It’s lighter and less dense compared to traditional American-style cheesecake. I remember having to pay a premium for these goodies at local Hong Kong bakeries or the infamous Uncle Tetsu in Vancouver and Toronto. I enjoy eating the cake in… Read more »
I’ve always been a fan of learning to make something from scratch. Even if it’s just once in my life, it helps me understand the process of how something works. Sometimes, the effort is worth every second of the process, however, other times you learn that it’s actually more pleasant to purchase the end product… Read more »
When I was young, the zoo was one of my favorite stops, but for some reason since becoming an adult, it has lost its allure. I was quite reluctant to visit the zoo this summer. However, convinced by my significant other, we visited the zoo for a quick morning brunch in Calgary. I was pleasantly… Read more »
When it comes to summer, one of the most popular and enjoyable activities is hosting or attending a barbecue. Ever since I’ve lived independently, I’ve always hosted my own barbecues as well as attended many hosted by friends and families. Not only is it a great time bonding with your loved ones, I’ve also found… Read more »
Tea culture forever remains a big part of my life. My parents gave me a cup of tea as early as age three. Despite not being able to appreciate the taste at the time, I certainly have become accustomed to the drink over the last ten years. While most people grab a cup of dark… Read more »
One of my favorite family traditions as a child was picking berries in the summer. We’d come home with buckets filled with strawberries, saskatoon berries, and raspberries. Across the border I’ve also picked blackberries and blueberries. The best part of the whole experience was getting to eat what we picked in the fields and laughing… Read more »
Bun Bo Hue, a Vietnamese specialty hailing from the central region of the country, is a mouth-watering noodle soup. For food lovers all over the world, this soup is hearty, delicious, and robust with flavors and aromatic spices. Even if you’re a fan of this dish, trying to Bun Bo Hue from scratch may seem… Read more »
Lactose intolerance is a common digestive disorder that affects a significant portion of the global population. For myself, I have difficulty digesting lactose as well, which includes milk and dairy products. The sugars found in dairy products cause a significant amount of symptoms including bloating, gas, diarrhea, and gut pain. These symptoms happen about a… Read more »
Sticky rice dumplings are a traditional Chinese food made with glutinous sticky rice, filled with a sweet or savoury filling, wrapped in bamboo leaves. It is also known as Zhong Zi. This Chinese delicacy has been enjoyed for centuries, particularly during the Dragon Boat Festival (around the time of summer solstice). These savory sticky rice… Read more »
In 2019, I wrote an article introducing dim sum, a popular culinary tradition originating from the Canton area of China and that has captivated foodies from all over the world with its flavorful tapas that give a unique and entertaining dining experience. Dim sum directly translates to “touch the heart” or “heart’s delight” referring to… Read more »