As a new UN report encourages people to eat insects to help fight world hunger, we visit parts of the planet where crunchy critters are no big deal.
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14 May 2013
For variety and competitive consumerism, Hong Kong wins hands down. Local edibles, souvenirs, unusual gifts, period pieces – it is all well worth your conspicuous consumption.
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15 October 2012
Despite chain store dominance and skyrocketing rents, Hong Kong’s blossoming caffeine scene is testament to a newfound appreciation of quality coffee.
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27 July 2012
The Cheung Chau Bun Festival is an annual springtime rite characterized by parades, performances -- and thousands of hunks of steamed dough.
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27 April 2012
Italy and France may have brought fame and fortune to the truffle, but this rare mushroom can actually be found all over the world if you know where to look.
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23 March 2012
Uncovering Beijing’s culinary delights in restaurants, markets, schools and tours.
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10 June 2011
When the Qing dynasty fell in 1911, former palace chefs set up restaurants around Beijing and brought the dish to the public.
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08 June 2011
As the Michelin Guide moves to acknowledge the greatness of the Hong Kong noodle shop, locals point to the ones that were overlooked.
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31 May 2011
Nobody does tea better than the Chinese. And nowhere is China's tea culture better represented than in Sichuan province.
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04 February 2011
From Hong Kong to New York, the top restaurants with a view.
03 August 2010
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