Goldthread

We cover trendy Asian food and culture.
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01/10/2024

Hong Kong is a meat lover’s paradise! People here like to have a plate of roast pork, chicken, or duck with rice for a quick lunch, and on special occasions. Follow us to find the best char siu and roast pork in town.

26/09/2024

Hong Kong people eat fast. In Hong Kong, you’d see people grabbing a bowl of noodles and gobbling it up in less than 10 minutes. How did this street-side food become a city staple, and how do you make sure it cooks fast and still tastes good?

19/09/2024

To many Hong Kongers, dim sum is more than just good food. It’s an excuse to hang out with friends and family for hours. And it’s no longer just a Sunday brunch thing. People in the city love it so much that now, they get it anytime, anywhere. Follow us to the best dim sum spots in Hong Kong to find out what makes these small plates of food so special.

18/09/2024

In the 1960s, there were hundreds of open-air food stalls, or dai pai dong, in Hong Kong. Now, only 21 of them are left. People love them for serving cheap lunches and stir-fried dishes with the heavenly wok hei taste. Follow us as we visit two of the most popular dai pai dong in the city!

17/09/2024

Lantern Craftsman Demos How to Make Cute Paper Little Green Men from Toy Story

Lanterns are a common sight across Asia during the Mid-Autumn Festival. Craftsman Mo Cheng at Draw2 puts a new twist on the traditional paper lantern by turning cartoon characters like Elmo and Miffy into adorable handmade lanterns that even adults swoon over. He teaches us how he makes them from his studio in Hong Kong.

12/09/2024

Pineapple buns, egg tarts, and milk tea — you can get an authentic taste of Hong Kong just by visiting a Cha Chaan Teng. These Hong Kong-style cafes serve a plethora of dishes that’s both inspired by the east and the west. We visited the oldest existing Cha Chaan Teng in Hong Kong, as well as a newer one that’s trying to put a spin to the tradition.

10/09/2024

Hong Kong — a global city where you can find all sorts of cuisines, but also comfort food created and beloved by locals.

Before becoming a commercial powerhouse, Hong Kong had a humble start as a fishing village. And people’s love for fish has continued. Here’s how people in the city find the freshest catch, and enjoy it afterwards.

This is the first episode of City Bites Hong Kong Edition, where we dive into the food that’s unique to this city, and its roots.

10/07/2024

From Ghanaian to Indian, Chungking Mansions is home to nearly all of the world’s cuisines. The landmark is also a representation of Hong Kong’s cosmopolitan nature, and what better way to connect people and cultures than through food?

27/06/2024

Can Wine from China Be Good? - Drink China (E5)

Today, there are many boutique wineries across China, particularly in the north-central region of Ningxia. In this episode of Drink China, we learn from one local vintner how he makes his wine, and what it’ll take to bring China’s wine industry to the world stage.

**CORRECTION: In the video, we said that before Covid-19, China imported 800 million liters of grape wine a year. This is a factual error, right before the pandemic, the annual import reached 612 million liters.

25/06/2024

Green tea and black tea come from the same leaf, but ever wondered why they taste so different? This couple shows us what makes green and black tea distinct—and how they make both from scratch using leaves they picked from the mountains of Anhui in China.

14/06/2024

Chinese people love beer so much their country consumes the most amount of beer in the world. Unlike brews the West produces, Chinese beers are much lighter and have a lower alcohol content. In this episode of Drink China, we find out how beer is made in China, and how new kids on the block are bringing the craft beer culture to the country.

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Watch as fresh corn kernels transform into the most heavenly corn cake you’ve ever laid eyes on. Follow Goldthread for more farm-to-table Asian delights. Would you try this stone-ground corn cake? (Via @A赵姐技术咨询, Xiaohongshu) #goldthread #goldthread2 #china #chinesefood #streetfood #foodstagram #food #yum #travelchina #eatchina #foodstagram #viralvideo #travelfood #asia #travelasia #dessert #shanghai #livinginshanghai #scifi #restaurant #hangzhou #streetsnacks #street #travel #festival #festive #corncake

If sweet mooncake isn’t your thing, how about a quarter pounder with cheese... in mooncake form? Would you dare to take a bite of this beefy mooncake? (Via @花仔。, Douyin) #goldthread #goldthread2 #china #chinesefood #streetfood #foodstagram #food #yum #travelchina #eatchina #foodstagram #viralvideo #travelfood#asia #travelasia #dessert #shanghai #livinginshanghai #scifi #restaurant #hangzhou #streetsnacks #street #travel #festival #festive #midautumn

Holy mooncake! This isn’t your average Mid-Autumn treat — it’s a mooncake on steroids! Who’s up for the challenge of finishing this beast? Tag someone who’d attempt to conquer this giant mooncake with you! 👇 #goldthread #goldthread2 #china #chinesefood #streetfood #foodstagram #food #yum #travelchina #eatchina #foodstagram #viralvideo #travelfood #asia #travelasia #dessert #shanghai #livinginshanghai #scifi #restaurant #hangzhou #streetsnacks #street #travel #festival #festive #midautumn

Ever seen pork stuffed into a duck egg yolk 👀? This traditional Chinese snack, called “guandan” (灌蛋), is more than just a tasty treat — it’s a symbol of good wishes and an intangible cultural heritage! 🥚🐷 Follow us @goldthread2 to discover more mouthwatering Chinese delicacies and the stories behind them, straight from the source! 🇨🇳🍽️ (Via @招财猫猫儿, Xiaohongshu) #goldthread #goldthread2 #china #chinesefood #streetfood #foodstagram #food #yum #travelchina #eatchina #foodstagram #viralvideo #travelfood #asia #travelasia #dessert #shanghai #livinginshanghai #scifi #restaurant #hangzhou #streetsnacks #street #food #sweet #coffee #art #latteart #cafe

Very demure, very mindful! This adorable treat is a jiggly rabbit-shaped pudding that’s hopping its way into our hearts (and stomachs)! What’s the most demure dessert you’ve ever tried? Share your jiggle-worthy experiences below! Follow Goldthread for more quirky and delicious finds from across Asia! 🍽️🌏 (Via @莲藕精, Xiaohongshu) #goldthread #goldthread2 #china #chinesefood #streetfood #foodstagram #food #yum #travelchina #eatchina #foodstagram #viralvideo #travelfood #asia #travelasia #dessert #shanghai #livinginshanghai #scifi #restaurant #hangzhou #streetsnacks #street #food #sweet #coffee #art #latteart #cafe

Lantern Craftsman Demos How to Make Cute Paper Little Green Men from Toy Story

Lantern Craftsman Demos How to Make Cute Paper Little Green Men from Toy Story Lanterns are a common sight across Asia during the Mid-Autumn Festival. Craftsman Mo Cheng at Draw2 puts a new twist on the traditional paper lantern by turning cartoon characters like Elmo and Miffy into adorable handmade lanterns that even adults swoon over. He teaches us how he makes them from his studio in Hong Kong.