Mochi: a glutinous rice dessert with sweet filling Mochi skin has a certain chewy texture that exudes tenderness and firmness at the same time. It was an acquired taste for me to bite into something that had two opposing characteristics. The Japanese version of this treat offers different varieties, including some with a more pastry-like exterior. The ones I tried in Little Tokyo are also very elegantly decorated, with a sprinkling of sesame seeds or a colorful flower. By contrast, the … [Read more...]
Foodie Friday: Plum Chicken
April 12, 2013 Leave a Comment
Plum chicken: whole chicken basted in plum sauce, a local specialty in TaiwanI've only experienced plum chicken in Taiwan (see my guest travel post about Hualien). The tender fruit-flavored meat falls right off the bone. Paired with a spectacular view from the restaurant's mountaintop, it's a feast for the eyes and the tongue. … [Read more...]
