The Economist

China’s most successful Astroturf operation: grassroots football

Welcome to the spectacle, and the emotion, of the grassroots provincial football leagues sweeping across China. “Xiangchao ...
prensamercosur

Stinky Tofu: O Que É, Qual o Cheiro e Como É Preparado

Stinky tofu é um tofu fermentado conhecido pelo cheiro intenso, especialmente quando é aquecido e frito. Em Taiwan, costuma aparecer em mercados noturnos, servido em cubos dourados, com conserva de re ...

The peculiar charms of douzhi, Beijing’s fermented bean juice

The Chinese capital’s notorious breakfast dish has long divided opinion. Now it’s attracting a new generation of devotees ...

I like stinky tofu, but I cannot eat natto

Peng Ji, TaipeiWhile I was looking for a photo of a Taiwanese snack called peanut malao, a photo of stinky tofu popped up.It ...
Taipei Times

From Taichung to the World! Four Editions of the Hot Pot & BBQ Festival Build a Culinary City Brand

Taichung’s hot pot and BBQ culture is going global! Launched by Mayor Lu Shiow-yen in 2023, the Taichung Pot & BBQ Festival has grown over four editions into an international event. Partnering with ...
New Atlas

Japan's 1,000-year-old superfood has growing ties to longevity

There are some things where you'll always remember your first time – and eating natto is one of them. However, this ancient Japanese fermented bean dish is reaching celebrity status as a health food, ...