Tag: Pork

Dong Yi Pork Chop

At Dong Yi Pork Chop in Ximen, it doesn’t get much more local than this. Once you step inside, you’re transported back in time to over 45 years ago when this place first opened. Both the interior decorating and music are eclectic. It reminds me of a Yaffa Cafe, a restaurant from New...

Why do Muslims Not Eat Pork?

The main reason pork is forbidden for Muslims is because it says in the Holy Quran that some food is allowed, while others are declared haram, which means forbidden and pork is one of those forbidden foods. However, there is an exception that is written in the Quran as well where it states that you ...

Daube of Pork Cheeks

This Provençal pork stew is ideal for chilly days when you crave a comforting meal. Traditionally, daubes were prepared in the fading embers of a wood fire using a distinctively shaped pot known as a daubière. The extended cooking time and the pot’s rounded form facilitate a conv...