By Wayne Chan Northwest Asian Weekly We just came back from a three-week vacation in Italy! You know what I was looking forward to the most? Chinese food. Ok, settle down. Don’t let your calzone collapse—we had pizza and pasta up the wazoo. The last time I was in Italy was 1991. My wife Maya […]
Beyond the Plate: Rainy day noshing from food blogs and beyond
By Tiffany Ran Northwest Asian Weekly Last week, I went on a picnic — a “summer picnic” to be specific — and it rained. Weather aside, the food was great, but I was certain that our calling it a summer picnic caused the weather to get testy. So, it hasn’t been all sunshine these past […]
Blog: What sets Uwajimaya apart from other groceries?
Walking into the newest Uwajimaya supermarket in Bellevue, I noticed that many smart ideas have been incorporated into this fourth store.
SYLP: Americans look to healthy foods
The number of Americans who choose organic products for daily use is climbing. A survey conducted in 2004 shows that nearly one in every 10 Americans use organic products regularly. People have turned to organic products because they believe their use is healthier, supports local farmers, and is better for the environment.
Texas White House, cowboys, and big grocery stores
Texas was not on my list of places to visit. But I can’t say no to my loved ones. How could I resist sharing in the joyous moments with my brother, the proud father who would walk down the aisle with his daughter, passing his torch to the next generation!