Thịt kho is a common staple in Vietnamese homes. Its made of pork belly that has been slowly braised over low heat to tenderize the meat and absorb all the flavors from the fish sauce and coconut soda. The end result is a caramelized and tender pork belly in a reduced sweet and savory sauce. Pour the sauce over your braised pork on rice, add an egg, and you have the very definition of Vietnamese comfort food.
Everyone goes on Remote Year for different reasons. Read the full story on why I chose to participate myself and what I hope to gain from a year of travel.
With the changing of seasons, it only seems right to send winter off with a photo series paying tribute to winter’s beauty.
With only two weekends left for Pipilotti Rist’s Pixel Forest at the New Museum, see why crowds are flocking over to this immersive experience before it ends!
Learn how to make one of our favorite family recipes at home: Vietnamese egg rolls (chả giò)! These have a delicious shrimp, pork and mushroom filling with the most satisfying amount of crunch from the deep-fried pastry wrapper. Try it out and let us know what you think!
Who said that you can’t be fashionable during the winter season? Here are 14 cute winter boots to keep you looking stylish throughout the winter season!
It’s autumn… meaning it’s the best season for apple picking in NY! Get out to the plentiful orchards surrounding New York City for a day of adventures, outdoors and yummy apples.
If you’re an autumn/fall-lover, Storm King is the best place to enjoy the vibrant outdoors with the turning leaves, fresh air and wide open space. Not to mention, some really great outdoor sculpture art!
Experience a new kind of supper club where two esteemed chefs battle it out for YOUR vote with tasty dishes and open bar. Get tickets to the next event!
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I’ve been experiencing a dry spell lately for art. After witnessing the 3 to 5-hr wait for the Museum of Feelings, I just lost the desire to check out more cool… Read More
If you’re a fan of bone marrow and burgers, add Minetta Tavern to your NY must-eat list.
