Living in Portland, I’m an environmental science researcher and a committed vegan. I’m dedicated to proving that giving up meat and dairy doesn’t mean giving up flavor. By utilizing Asia’s wealth of tofu, mushrooms, and fermentation techniques, we can create incredible textures. My blog will teach you how to make plant-based "char siu" and how to use natural spices to enhance the umami of vegetables. Let’s contribute to the planet's sustainability, one plate at a time.

I’m a vlogger from New York specializing in finding the world’s most exciting, peculiar, and spiciest food challenges. From ghost pepper noodles to Swedish Surströmming, there’s nothing I won’t try. But on Howcooks, I don’t just show the challenge; I want to dig into the cultural stories behind these foods. Why was this flavor created? What does it mean to the locals? Join my brave journey as we push the limits of taste and discover the madness and warmth behind extreme eats.