Zen Asian Diner

What Is the Difference Between Chow Mein and Lo Mein?

If you’ve ever opened a box of Chinese take-out and it turns out to be not exactly what you ordered, you may have mixed up your meins. That’s right, there is a difference between these two popular Chinese dishes—however, the difference is probably not what you think. While it may be easy to assume that the type of noodles is what makes the dish difference, we all know what happens when you assume. Yes, you’re actually incorrect on this one<br>So, if not…

Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

Perfect Picnic Menu: 50+ Make Ahead Picnic Recipes

What makes the perfect picnic menu? Make ahead picnic recipes, of course! Prepare the perfect picnic with these sandwiches, appetizers, salads, and more!

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

What 8 Diet Experts Order at Chinese Restaurants

Put your takeout habit to work trimming your waist. Here's how diet experts do it.

5 Tips for Ordering A Perfect Steak

Restaurants are as unique as the chefs in their kitchens. Our biggest challenge, dear steak lover, is to find one that suits our personal dining habits, expectations and yeah — most importantly — our taste buds! When you have a hankering for the perfect steak, remember these tips when you order:

How to Build a Better Burger

It's easier than you think, and crucial to your summertime happiness (obviously)

Tipping Guidelines For Non-Restaurant Services

Tipping etiquette outside of restaurant can feel like a gray area. These guidelines will help.

What's the Difference Between a Restaurant Service Fee and a Tip?

Nowadays, it seems that U.S. consumers are being asked to shell out more in tips and service charges than ever before. But is there a difference between the two?

The Many Tastes of Asian Cuisine

When it comes to Asian cuisine, most people immediately think of Chinese, but the foods are as varied and exciting as the many regions themselves. As the largest continent in the world, the culture…

Easy & Fun Asian Home Cooking!

Easy Asian Style Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Easy Asian Style Grilled Pork Tenderloin ~ Succulent pork tenderloin marinated in a savory Asian inspired sauce and grilled to perfection.

Learning to love Thanksgiving — and turkey — as an Asian American chef

As my family learned, it's easier to fit in with a turkey on the table. But the taste took some getting used to.

How to fight Asian stereotypes: Disaggregate data on Asians

Editorial writer Thanh Tan is tired of trying to live up to “model minority” standards. It's time to reject the oversimplified view that people of Asian descent are destined for success and need no help.

Order Dim Sum And We'll Tell You Which "Crazy Rich Asians" Character You Are

3 Easy Asian-Inspired Weeknight Meals

When you're in a rush to get dinner on the table but don't want the same old standby, try mixing it up with these three easy-to-make Asian-inpsired dishes.

Pick Some Asian Dishes And We'll Reveal Which Decade You Truly Belong In

15 Asian-Inspired Design Ideas

From chinoiserie to Zen, Asian style is influencing modern home designs in the Western world. Browse through our 15 favorite Asian-inspired spaces, and slip into a state of peace and tranquility.

Why Is There No Pill For 'Asian Glow'?

Plus, why Esquire's consequence-free drinking method sounds like total bunk.

What is Asian Blepharoplasty?

Asian blepharoplasty, also known as double eyelid surgery, is a surgical procedure to create an upper eyelid with a fold. Board-certified plastic...