The Case of the Missing Pastry
The Most Bizarre Student Snack Mystery in My Dorm
It started with an empty box.
One minute, my XuanMa pastry with egg yolk was sittin...
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New Roommate Snack That Works Instantly
Move-In Week Doesn’t Have to Be AwkwardYou show up at your new dorm juggling a suitcase, a water kettle, and at least a dozen quest...
Can Salted Egg Yolk Pastry Save Your GPA?
Finals got you desperate? Here's the snack that just might.
Finals Week Hits Different
Finals season doesn’t play around. You’re fuel...
Decorate Your Dorm with Delightful XuanMa Pastries
Let’s be honest—dorm rooms can feel cold. Not temperature-wise, but emotionally. For overseas students in Singapore, Malaysia, or the P...
Why Is Glutinous Rice So Irresistible?
There’s something about glutinous rice that just hits different. Whether it’s in a chewy dumpling, a soft rice ball, or a flaky pastry ...
Sweet Treats & Summer Gathering Ideas
Summer is for sharing good times and discovering new flavors. If you’re an overseas Chinese student in Singapore, Malaysia, or the Phil...
Sweet Bean Paste in Chinese Desserts
Sweet bean paste—especially red bean paste—is the superstar filling of Chinese desserts. It’s one of the most versatile, beloved ingred...
Why Are Chinese Pastries the Best Comfort Food?
If you’re a Southeast Asian student studying in Singapore, Malaysia, or the Philippines, chances are you crave real comfort food whenev...
What’s the Trendiest Southeast Asian Dessert?
When homesickness hits, or your studies keep you up late, nothing lifts your mood quite like a classic pastry from home. Southeast Asia...
Is Egg Yolk Pastry the Next Big Thing?
The global pastries market has never been more exciting—and one pastry is making waves far beyond China: the iconic egg yolk pastry. If...