May 2023

BBQ Noodles House (Albany, North Shore City, New Zealand)

BBQ Noodles House is a popular Chinese restaurant located in Albany. The restaurant offers a wide variety of Chinese dishes, including barbecued meats, noodles, and seafood. We regularly visit BBQ Noodles House with either family or friends but what we usually order here are the roast pork, roast duck, or...

Lake Tungting Shrimp

Get hooked on the irresistible flavours of this jewel of the Hunan cuisine. Don’t just take our word for it, cook, and savour the flavour yourself! #LakeTungTingShrimp #HunanCuisine 🦐🍤🍚🤤 Lake Tung Ting Shrimp, a dish of Delicate freshwater shrimp smothered in creamy egg white sauce is a luxurious treat for...

Poke Bowl Toppings: The Endless Possibilities

What Toppings can I use on Poke Bowls? As someone who loves poke bowls, I am happy to share with you some of my favourite toppings that you can use to create the perfect poke bowl. If you’re unfamiliar with poke bowls, they are a Hawaiian dish that consists of...

Taro and Ube Mochi

😋 Delicious and chewy! 😋 Perfect for a snack or dessert! 🍨 What’s your favorite flavor of mochi? 🤔 Taro and Ube Mochi is a type of Mochi flavoured with ube then filled with sweet taro paste. Mochi is a Japanese sweet made from glutinous rice that is pounded until...

Grain Tea (Albany, North Shore City, New Zealand)

Grain Tea is a bubble tea shop located in Corinthian Drive, Albany, New Zealand. The shop offers a wide variety of bubble tea flavours, as well as other drinks and cold treats. We recently visited Grain Tea after having lunch at Double Happy, looking for something to drink we found...

Tangsuyuk

A Korean Sweet and Sour Delight 👍🇰🇷🍛😋 Tangsuyuk is a popular Korean dish that consists of crispy pork or beef pieces coated in a special batter, then deep-fried to perfection and served with a delicious tangy sauce. Tangsuyuk (탕수육) is a popular Korean Chinese dish that consists of deep-fried pork...

Cezwe Cafe (Wairau Valley, North Shore City, New Zealand)

If you’re looking for a delicious and affordable brunch in Wairau Valley, look no further than Cezwe Cafe. This family-friendly cafe serves up some of the best Turkish and Mediterranean food in Auckland, and it’s sure to leave you wanting more. I recently visited Cezwe Cafe with my wife and...

Stir-fried Broccoli and Cauliflower with Fish Fillets

Healthy and delicious dinner in minutes! Fresh veggies and tender fish, all tossed in a flavourful sauce. Perfect for a quick and easy meal! A flavourful stir-fry dish with fresh broccoli, cauliflower, and tender fish fillets in a savory sauce of garlic, ginger, and fermented black beans. As someone who...

Double Happy (Albany, North Shore City, New Zealand)

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Double Happy Restaurant in Albany, New Zealand for a quick lunch. To my surprise, the restaurant was still open despite it being in between lunch and dinner, which is a rare find in this part of the world. Located in the foodie...

Pata and Mixed Beans

Looking for a hearty and delicious meal that will warm you up from the inside out? Check out this rich and flavourful soup that features tender meat, creamy beans, and fresh greens. Perfect for chilly days when you want something comforting and nourishing! Discover the hearty and flavourful Filipino-inspired dish...