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Lunisolar Term: Chu Shu - 二十四节气: 处暑
As we are nearing the end of another season, it is time to prepare our bodies for the upcoming change. Chu Shu 处暑 begins on the 23th of August this year. What...
Osmanthus Flowers Blooming Everywhere in August
You may have tried a whole lot of jams before - fruit jams, vegetable seed jams, spread and chutneys. However, have you ever tried those floral jams with petals in it?...
8 things to avoid while using Moxibustion/Moxa
Moxibustion/Moxa is a heat therapy that warms the meridians and unblocks the collaterals, promotes qi and blood circulation, reduces swelling and dissipates stagnation, dispels dampness and cold, and treats various...
Everyone Says I Love Hawthorns
Deeply rooted in Chinese culinary culture for centuries, hawthorns (also known as Shan Zha) have been cherished and enjoyed in various forms, both for its taste and its health benefits....
Witches Brew or White Lady? - The Magic Spell of the Butterfly Pea Flower
The Butterfly Pea, known by its poetic alias, the Asian Pigeonwings, or Clitoria ternatea, exudes a captivating charm that befits its graceful nature. Its delicate petals unfurl in a mesmerizing...
Xiao Yao Wan vs. Jia Wei Xiao Yao Wan (逍遥丸 vs. 加味逍遥丸)
What is the difference between Xiao Yao Wan 逍遥丸 and Jia Wei Xiao Yao Wan 加味逍遥丸? We've compared them in detail so you don't have to!
Mother's Day Recipe Guide 2023
For our dear mothers who prefer acts of service over receiving gifts, here are three easy recipes for you to prepare and serve her, requiring minimal time and skills. These...
Ching Po Leung - Best Soup for Vegetarians & Vegans
Just like other Cantonese herbal soup, Ching Po Leung is usually cooked with pork bones or chicken for stock. That being said, the inclusion of Job's Tears (Yi Mi), Chinese Yam...
Change of Season – Li Xia 立夏 - Spring & Summer
Li Xia begins on the 6th of May this year. What is Li Xia? This marks the beginning of summer in the Chinese Lunisolar calendar. The Lunisolar calendar is divided...
Four Gentlemen Soup (Si Jun Zi Tang) with Chicken
The "Four Gentlemen", or the "Sì Jūnzǐ " as we call it, is a Confucius term referring to four plants whose virtues are highly praised in Chinese culture : Plum blossom, Orchid,...
Ginseng Chicken Soup - an energy booster in the early spring
As a food therapy, the warm and nourishing soup has been served on Asian people's table for centuries. It's easy to make but super delicious at the same time. All...
Moxibustion and What You Should Know
What is moxibustion? Moxibustion is referred as the burning of mugwort. The plant mugwort is used widely throughout different cultures in the world, specifically for food, such as Ssukguk clam...