Facebook Groups for Food Bloggers were one of the most helpful resources for making Mediavine! Now that Google has been on a months-long rampage, here are more FB groups to check out! [feast_advanced_jump_to] I wouldn't have made it to Mediavine, and to becoming a full-time blogger, without the help of Facebook groups, so I've compiled a long list of FB groups for food bloggers. Hopefully, you'll have some that are new and useful to you! Connecting Bloggers Since this is my post, I'm going to give my own Facebook Group Connecting Bloggers a little shout out here ? In the group, I post links ..read more

Konnyaku Jelly is a traditional Japanese Jelly with a terrifically bouncy texture. It is so refreshing to eat in summer! Yuzu is one of my favourite citrus fruits but the fresh fruit can be hard to find, even in an Asian country such as Singapore, so I opted to make this yuzu konnyaku jelly recipe with yuzucha (Japanese)/ yujacha (Korean), otherwise known as yuzu tea marmalade, instead. Why Make This Light and refreshing, this yuzu marmalade konnyaku jelly dessert recipe is not just good as a dessert, but also as a palate cleanser in-between courses (if you want to go all fancy during dining ..read more

If you want to cook a dish with eggplants, but have no time to run to the grocery store, here are the best eggplant substitutes (and worst) you can find in your kitchen! [feast_advanced_jump_to] Eggplant, also known as aubergine and brinjal, is a popular ingredient in Italian, Middle Eastern, Japanese food, and Chinese cooking. You'll find it in everything from eggplant parmesan, to baba ganoush and Chinese spicy eggplants (Yu Xiang Qie Zi.) Note: There is more than one type of eggplant. Chinese eggplants are what I usually use in my recipes, but there are also white eggplant, globe eggplants ..read more

Delicious, low-calorie and high in fiber, traditional Japanese konjac jelly with fruits is almost the perfect gluten-free, vegan dessert for those on a diet. It's extra refreshing in the summer! (GF) (Vegan) [feast_advanced_jump_to] Why Make This It's a healthy dessert snack: because of the fruits, we don't need to add sugar. If you really, really want more sweetness, add coconut water to the powder instead which is naturally sweet. This has been eaten by the Japanese since the sixth century- it is a great alternative to sugary snacks! Versatile: For variety, switch up the fruits: you can ev ..read more

The best Doubanjiang substitutes for Chinese cuisine, especially Sichuan cooking at home. I also make suggestions for doubanjiang alternatives if you're cooking American Chinese restaurant food, which is different from traditional Chinese. (+ What NOT to use.) [feast_advanced_jump_to] Doubanjiang 豆瓣酱, also known as Chinese Chili Bean Paste, is a pungent and savory fermented bean paste that is used in many iconic Chinese dishes. This essential Chinese sauce has a robust, earthy depth from the fermented broad beans (Fava Beans) and creates boldly flavored dishes. (Scroll down for the full list ..read more

A complete guide to Chinese Herbal Teas: the various types, how to make them etc. Explore traditional tea recipes, health benefits, and expert tips to brew the perfect cup. Whether you're a tea enthusiast or a curious beginner, our easy-to-follow recipes will guide you through the art of making soothing, aromatic teas at home. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Brewing tea is an ancient Chinese art. Besides green and black tea, Chinese people also drink a lot of non-caffeinated, herbal teas and tisanes. In Traditional Chinese medicine, Chinese herbal teas, such as goji berry tea, jujube tea, osman ..read more

This Chinese Roast Chicken is a budget-friendly, easy dinner recipe made with easy-to-get ingredients, that the entire family will love. (+ a secret tip for getting extra crispy skin, without having to tie the chicken up vertically!) If you dont' want your chicken so charred, remember to turn it, cover with aluminium foil, or reduce the honey in the glaze. [feast_advanced_jump_to] ⭐ Why This Recipe is a Star Budget-friendly: Whole chicken is usually cheaper than chicken parts. It's perfect for Lunar New Year too! (For more money-saving whole chicken recipes, click here.) After carving the bon ..read more

Easy canned lychee recipes (litchi recipes), ranging from savoury dinner recipes to non-alcoholic drinks and desserts. [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is Lychee? Also known as litchi, lychee (荔枝, lì zhī) is a fruit from the Soapberry family. Native to Southern China, it is documented in Chinese records dating back to 2000BC and used to be a delicacy of the Chinese royalty. Fresh lychee can be difficult to find off-season, even in an Asian country like Singapore, which is why I'm doing this list of easy canned lychee recipes. Warning There is a large seed in the middle of the lychee, so be caref ..read more

After reaching 200,000 page views, I realized I was leaving money on the table by not adding affiliate links. I decided to invest in Thirsty Affiliates to see if it could help me up my affiliate revenue. Here's my Thirsty Affiliates Review 2024 to help other food bloggers with a wordpress website. There is a free and paid version (thirstyaffiliates pro)- read on to see which is better for you. [feast_advanced_jump_to] I started blogging knowing that I wanted it to be my full-time job, without knowing exactly how to get there. Thankfully, by taking courses such as Cooking with Keywords and Ju ..read more

Singaporean food is delicious and, if you want to learn to make it at home, here are the best hands-on Cooking Classes in Singapore (all personally tried by myself.) Along with Singapore Chilli Crab, Singapore Chicken rice is one of Singapore's most famous local dishes. [feast_advanced_jump_to] When people talk about Singapore, a small island in Southeast Asia, they never fail to mention the good food that's grown out of the melting pot of cultures here. From the cheap and delicious street food found in food courts and hawker centres (recently added to the UNESCO Heritage list) to the many Mic ..read more