taste test (Page 34)
People have been saying the new McDonald’s sauce tastes just like curry, but how does it fare as a main dish?
Baristas in Japan share a secret customisation that totally alters the taste of this new beverage.
Exploring the freezer section at your local konbini is even more exciting when you’re on holiday.
Our Japanese taste tester gives us his verdict on America’s pancakes, sausage and egg flavour.
Crazy long sweets are about to take over your Instagram and TikTok feeds, but are they worth eating?
Soup Stock recently started offering free food for babies, so it’s time for one of the SoraBabies to try it out!
With two donuts featuring matcha and two featuring hojicha flavor, tea lovers can take their pick of a more traditional take on the humble donut.
This chain thinks it’s time for Japan to have a new representative burger, so we put it to the test.
Recommendations from a staff member reveal what they really like to eat behind the scenes.
A three-way showdown between a Japanese housewares brand, an international icon, and the king of 100 yen shops.
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