A versatile, accessible, Asian-inspired cookbook that melds Korean, Chinese, and Japanese flavors

Mei Liu and Kyong Han are classically trained chefs and the duo behind the popular food blog Two Plaid Aprons. Drawing on their Chinese and Korean heritages and their culinary upbringings in Louisiana, they create recipes that are both rooted in tradition and shaped by personal experience. Known for making Asian cooking approachable, Mei and Kyong empower home cooks with clear, reliable guidance that builds confidence in the kitchen.

Fork & Chopsticks features a vibrant collection of Asian and Pan-Asian (fusion) recipes, all crafted using Mei and Kyong’s signature approach of breaking down complex techniques, ingredients, and flavors into uncomplicated, easy-to-follow steps. Each recipe balances accessibility with authenticity, honoring traditional methods and essential ingredients while remaining achievable for cooks of any skill level.

From beloved classics like Pork and Cabbage Dumplings and Bibimbap to inventive fusion dishes like Sichuan Pepper Steak au Poivre, Kimchi Carbonara, and Roasted Rice Tiramisu, this collection offers recipes you’ll return to again and again.

About the Author

Mei Liu and Kyong Han are the culinary duo behind the food blog and social media brand Two Plaid Aprons. Kyong is Korean and was born and raised in Louisiana. Mei is Chinese and grew up working in her parents' Chinese restaurant in Louisiana.

Mei and Kyong met while studying to become classically trained chefs. With a wealth of experience from their formal training and a deep connection to the dishes of their upbringings and heritages, Mei and Kyong now share their culinary expertise with millions of their followers online. They live in Dallas, Texas.