Archive for the 'China' Category


Stinky Tofu: And the Same To You Too!

Friday, August 29th, 2008

stinky-boy Stinky Tofu: And the Same To You Too! pictureWhat is stinky tofu and why is it such a popular treat in Taiwan, Indonesia and China?

Stinky tofu, which is actually a form of fermented tofu, is manufactured and prepared in a myriad of ways depending on the region where it is sold.

The strong odor is formidable to say the very least and not for the faint of heart. Stinky tofu is a very popular snack in East and Southeast Asia where it is easily found with no place to hide at night markets or roadside stands.

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In China, It’s All About the Numbers

Monday, August 25th, 2008

Why are the Chinese so attracted to numbers? Do they hold the key to ancient secrets or are they merely an odd fixation?

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The Chinese believe that some numbers are lucky and some aren’t, as do their counterparts throughout the world.

The difference is that lucky numbers are a big industry in China where people can actually select their own phone numbers, license plates, and other random things, which is an expensive, as well as lucky, purchase.
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Can You Say ‘Foot Fetish’?

Monday, July 28th, 2008

What do you get when 2016 participants decide to put their hands and feet together?

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A New World Record of course!
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