Critic s notebook: Plant-based options expand across region
Susie Davidson Powell
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Bao buns with barbecued jackfruit at Troy Beer Garden in Troy. (Konrad Odhiambo/for the Times Union.)Konrad Odhiambo for the Times UnionShow MoreShow Less
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Plants and flowers abound at Troy Beer Garden in Troy, which completely remakes the former Troy location of Wolff s Biergarten and includes an in-house florist. (Susie Davidson Powell/for the Times Union.) Susie Davidson Powell/For the Times UnionShow MoreShow Less
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The Gin Violette cocktail at Troy Beer Garden in Troy, which completely remakes the former Troy location of Wolff s Biergarten. (Susie Davidson Powell/for the Times Union.) Susie Davidson Powell/For the Times UnionShow MoreShow Less
But have you ever wondered where food fusion comes from?
The culinary experts say it s a form of cooking that combines contrasting culinary traditions or techniques into a single dish.
So, when you’re talking about Asian Fusion, think of it as a type of cuisine that’s characterized by a few different ways to use Asian style dishes and ingredients. A chef typically incorporates ingredients that are more traditionally found in Asian dishes, in other style dishes. Simple.
At Rollin’ Bowl their menu is extensive and guaranteed to satisfy most consumers.
As a huge fan of curry, I opted for the Red Curry which came with onion, bell pepper, bamboo, basil and broccoli; I chose chicken as my protein. As a huge fan of spice, I’ve never been one to run from the heat. In fact, the spicier the better. The dish arrived in a bowl that could have easily been shared with two. On the side was a scoop of sticky rice to add to the bowl of red silky deliciousness that awaited.