Elevated & Unique Recipes
Looking for a punchy, flavorful condiment that comes together in minutes and elevates everything from noodles to dumplings to stir-fried greens? This 10-minute chili garlic sauce is your answer. Loaded with garlic, bird’s eye chilies, Shaoxing wine, and a surprise hit of umami from dried shiitake mushroom, this sauce packs […]
There are some dishes that just stick with you, and for me, Chinese braised beef and daikon is one of them. This warm, comforting dish is one of my momโs signature recipes โ and the smell of soy sauce, ginger, and star anise bubbling away on the stove always takes […]
If youโre looking for a refreshing, fizzy drink thatโs naturally fermented and full of probiotics โ water kefir might just become your new favorite. Unlike milk kefir, which is made with dairy and has a creamy, tangy profile, water kefir is dairy-free, light, and often fruit-forward. Itโs the perfect alternative […]
Everyone should know how to make at least one great raw fish dish. When I was working in restaurants, raw fish appetizers were always some of the most exciting dishes to create. There’s endless room to experiment with flavors, textures, and plating, and I believe itโs one of the clearest […]
A perfectly roasted chicken is one of the ultimate kitchen flexes. It’s simple, it’s soulful, and it makes you look like a rockstar whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just prepping meals for the week. This Honey Miso Butter Roast Chicken takes things up a notch. It’s sweet, salty, […]
If you’re craving something cozy, savory, and deeply satisfyingโbut donโt want to spend hours in the kitchenโthis Scallion Oil Noodles recipe is your new go-to. Made with just a handful of pantry staples, it comes together in under 15 minutes but tastes like something youโd get at a late-night noodle […]
Iโm Patrick Kong (AKA Patty.Plates) and I was born in Vancouver, Canada to Chinese immigrant parents. My father was a Guangzhou city boy, and my mom a village girl from Toisan. Both my parents have been cooking their entire lives - my dad even owned a small food court restaurant at one point (it was NOT goodโฆ sorry dad). My dad mainly saw food as a means of sustenance (both literally and economically) while my mom saw food as the glue that held our family together and connected us with the motherland.
