Everyone knows that Tsujiki Fish Market is the center of the universe for the freshest offerings from the Pacific Ocean, but for die-hard fans of the golden gonads of sea urchin, Sushi Kuni is the real destination. Located in the outer...

On Luk Yun is an 80-year-old institution in Bangkok known for its traditional Breakfast. It reminds us of old-timey spots like Yut Kee (Kuala Lumpur), and Chin Mee Chin Confectionary (Singapore) – places born in another era, but frozen...

Taipei may be known as the street food capital of the world with gut-busting savory temptations around every corner, but given its proximity to its neighbors to the north, the sushi scene here gives the local cuisine some serious...

The owner didn’t want his worried father to know that he had followed his footsteps into the restaurant & hospitality industry.  This sounds like it could be the subplot for a weepy Asian TV drama (insert shot of floppy-haired man-boy...

Chef Andrea Bonaffini is taking the molecular gastronomy game to new heights with his latest dessert shop location in Dazhi. Surrounded by some of the best restaurants in the ZhongShan District , Yellow Lemon is in its own class...

In the wave of casual fine dining sweeping Asia, Toh A offers French-Taiwanese fusion that packs a nice punch. In addition to the set menu of excellence, the next most intriguing part of the restaurant is surely its interior design....

Bring your best mates to Tua Culture, a warm, yet sophisticated Taiwanese restaurant that elevates the local cuisine beyond the traditional.  “Tua” is Taiwanese for a gathering of loved ones over dinner, and the restaurant more than...

Named after the infamous Paper Street of FIGHT CLUB, this well-lit, window-lined coffee shop is also dynamite for people watching (fun fact: a “paper street” is a road or street that's on a map but doesn't in fact exist).The specialty...

In a city known for amazing Asian cuisine, chefs Giorgia Pappalardo and Patrick Benedetti bring the magic of Italy's rolling hills to Taipei in a big way. Hailing from Bologna and Tuscany, Pappalardo and Benedetti survived some of the...

Taipei is often described as an oasis compared to its larger metropolitan Asian brethren. So what do you get when chefs who've worked in NYC's Per Se, Sydney's Quay, and Copenhagen's Noma all decide to make Taiwan their home? A...

Come to this old world tea room / chemistry lab to satisfy your inner aficionado. As you pass through a strangely unassuming entrance you will find a charming European-style café - filled with eclectic curiosities from owner Li Wei De's...

“Having a high quality coffee doesn't have to be like a pilgrimage,” says owner, Vincent Chen whose mission is to deliver high quality coffee in a very casual, relaxed environment. Ironically , “word of mouth” about this coffee mecca is...

There's no shortage of world-class Western restaurants in Shanghai and there's no shame in just going for the name brand. Especially when that brand is that of master Chef Jean-Georges.One of three Shanghai restaurants in the...

In case you didn't know, Tomatito is one sexy tapas restaurant (that's actually the restaurant's subtitle). The younger brother to more established restaurants in the El Willy empire, El Willy, El Efante, et al., Tomatito gets to play a...

It is not easy finding artisanal coffee shops in China, but Shanghai is one of the few places where things are starting to percolate.Through its boutique, California-inspired cafe (and wholesale coffee business), Sumerian Coffee has been...

Compared with the restaurants that are on the Bund, Scarpetta also executes amazing food of great quality, but in a comfortable, more casual atmosphere off the beaten path. Don't let the easygoing attitude of the place fool you. . . the...

In a cozy, modern space near the Bund, Goodfellas offers steady, authentic Italian fare without the fuss. Authentic in this case meaning food prepared by an Italian chef with over 40 years experience. While Goodfellas offers a casual,...

It's 1920's Shanghai and you have been invited to dine at a luxurious European-style villa, home to one of the richest bankers in the city. . . . that's the experience designed by Fu Yafen (owner) and Chef Tony Lu of FU1015, the crown...

Franck Bistro delivers arguably one of Shanghai's best French dining experiences - so good it will make you want to add a “k” to the word “Francophile.”As you head down the street, let the smell of freshly baked bread (from Franck's...

Located in The COMMONS Building, Roast is a go to spot for brunch or a simple coffee in Bangkok’s trendy Thonglor district. Black Buddha loves fried chicken, and Roast tempts our tummy with the taste of golden fried bird fat. Salmon...

We just wrote a Haiku about Yang's Fried Dumplings, because that's the kind of respect their dumpling demands. A well-known Shanghai chain, Yang's has been around for over 20 years, serving delicious food with good ingredients at a...

Located in the prestigious Three on the Bund building, Unico has become one of Shanghai's local staples. Perfect for most occasions, Unico has created a Latin inspired atmosphere for a sophisticated crowd looking to experience a...

Sometimes, you want to take matters into your own hands and do the cooking yourself. And if that urge hits you in Beijing, there are a million options to choose from. But Man Fu Lou should be at the top of your short list of go-to...

Located in Repulse Bay, this one of a kind restaurant offers a melting pot of different beach inspired cuisines from around the world. On a clear day, Limewood’s view is tough to beat..add an order of the Fish Tacos, house guacamole, and...