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Traditional Vietnamese, Chinese and Other Food for Families

Vietnamese Honeycomb Cake – Banh Bo Nuong

July 17, 2018.Reading time 9 minutes.

Honeycomb cake or banh bo nuong is one of the most iconic cakes in Vietnamese cuisine. The name comes from the distinct honeycomb structure created by pockets of expanding gas which can be seen when you cut a cross section of the cake. Honeycomb cake is traditionally served warm and is perfect on its own or […]

Banana and Coconut Dessert – Che Chuoi

March 11, 2018.Reading time 10 minutes.

This recipe I am sharing today is a thick mess of banana chunks, cassava cubes and tapioca pearls suspended in a sweet and refreshing coconut cream, then topped with crushed peanuts and black sesame seeds. It can be served warm but it is absolutely amazing chilled. It is one of the easiest desserts to make […]