Foods Chynan Has Tried

Most sushi fans have never tried this rare rhizome.

Proof that dumplings and chicken wings are not mutually exclusive categories.

These bird-shaped cakes once fueled miners in Japan's Fukuoka region.

A ritual that showcases the beauty of the present moment.

This pancake pays tribute to one of Japan's favorite fish.

These Japanese sweets demonstrate the ephemeral beauty of the seasons.

Leftover coffee plus gelatin equals this vintage dessert.

A pork blood stew so rich and velvety, it's known as “chocolate meat.”

We can thank coconuts for this lesser-known tropical moonshine.

Twist your way to hot chocolate perfection with this wooden whisk.

The fruit so pungent it's banned from trains, hotels, and public places.

A Filipino fruit that smells like gasoline and tastes like pears, jackfruit, and pineapple.

A sundae with a surprising mix of flavors that reflect Filipino history.

This "green caviar" is vegetarian friendly.

Vendors fill these crispy pancakes with as many meats, sweets, or vegetables as their imaginations allow.