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8 Classic Dim Sum Dishes That You Should Order At Yum Cha
When it comes to yum cha, there’s lots to choose from on the menu. From dumplings to steamed rice to buns to deep fried seafood, the choice of dim sum is endless – and there are some dishes we’ll always insist on ordering because they are our favourites. Over the years across Asia and Australia,…
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What Is The Difference Between Race And Ethnicity?
Race and ethnicity are terms used to group and categorise people. While these two terms are often used interchangeably and have similar overlapping ideals, they have distinct meanings. At some point in our lives, we might get asked, ‘Where are you from?’. Or ‘What is your ethnic background? What is your race?’ That’s when we…
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Colours In Chinese Culture: What Do They Mean And Symbolise
Colours are here and there, everywhere. In Chinese culture, certain colours play a more prominent role than others, some colours more auspicious than others. Growing up, this sentiment was what my Chinese-Malaysian parents taught me – that some colours we should see more of as a Chinese person, and other colours we shouldn’t pay too…
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Art vs. Science: Why I Don’t Regret Choosing Writing Over A Career In Numbers
Art or science? That’s a choice we might have to make at some point in our lives, maybe when we’re deciding what to study. Or choosing our career. Or deciding on which passion path to take. Art is commonly thought of as abstract work, work that doesn’t always follow particular patterns, work open to interpretation.…
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Why Do Australians Call Each Other ‘Mate’?
If you live in Australia or have travelled around Australia, chances are you’ve heard the word ‘mate’ a lot here. For instance, you might’ve heard, ‘G’day, mate’ or ‘How ya doin’, mate?’ Living in Melbourne, I’ve friends from different backgrounds, different ethnicities and different age groups living different lifestyles. Western, Asian, Indian, hippies, hipsters, corporate…
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7 Unforgettable Ways To Celebrate Your Birthday
Once a year, our birthday comes round. Once a year, we get the chance to celebrate this occasion maybe by doing something wild, or something low-key. Next month is my birthday. I’ve never done much for my birthdays and this year will be no different. Part of me simply doesn’t like a big fuss. A…
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