Yummy Lumpia Plate

The New Year has come and it's 2012. It's the Year of the Dragon ( The Water Dragon). The rituals of writing down a New Year's resolution  list had once again taken some of our precious times. We promise ourselves to live happier, richer, and healthier. Whether we conquer them or not, it's a wish we all would like to come true. So to start off the New Year, here's a healthy Thai appetizer dish that is refreshingly healthy, super easy and delicious. Mieng Kum or Mieng Kham are mini wraps which consist of dried shrimp, dice shallots, ginger, lime, chili, and roasted coconut wrapped in lettuce or spinach leaves. Traditionally, betel leaves are used as wraps but lettuce and spinach will do. Mieng Kum is serve as an appetizer dish in most US Thai restaurants but it is  traditionally a main dish in many Thai kitchens. The first time that I've had this was at Madam Mam's at the Village in Austin. Ever since, that's how we start our meal every time we g...

HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE FROM ALL OF US HERE AT MAMA NIDA'S ASIAN MARKET HAVE A SAFE AND AWESOME HOLIDAY

The holidays are here!!! You feel like you're busy legs are going to give out from shopping around, looking for that perfect gift for that special person. Why don't you try shopping locally this year? Shop with us! Shopping locally is the best way to show support to your community. And the best part.....You will always find that perfect gift! Read More In the last couple of months, not only did we expanded our grocery items, we've expanded the selections for our gift shop as well. So if you haven't been in lately, stop by and check it out. Are you looking to find a gift with an Asian flare? We have plenty for you to choose from. We now have a variety of Asian apparels from traditional to modern. Also new to our gift shop is a selection of  locally designed and handcrafted Asian inspired charms, fresh water pearl jewelries, and wall arts. Great items for stocking stuffer and elegant gifts. We just got some new stuff in this week and ...

From all of us here at Mama Nida's Asian Market We wish you all  a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving Three Simple tips to help you through this holiday: 1. Drink your favorite tea during your feasting break, it will aid digestion. Camomile Tea or Mint Tea will aid with indigestion and upset stomach. 2. If you plan on consuming a lot of spicy food or alcoholic products, drink Aloe Vera drink afterwards. You're stomach will thank you later. 3. If you think you're starting to feel sick, go overload on Vitamin C and  give a super boost to your immune system. With that said, take you're time with all the good food, remember, you will be eating all day and eating any leftovers tomorrow. Grazing will allow you to enjoy all the good eats.  Mangan Tayon! (Let's Eat) HOLIDAY HOURS: November 24-25   CLOSED November 26 OPEN Happy Thanksgiving! Now the question is, what is your favorite food for Thanksgiving? We would like to kno...

To Our US Military Past, Present, and Future   THA NK YOU for your service, your courage, your family, and your sacrifice in order for us to keep our freedom. In honor of Veterans Day 10% OFF Discount For Military with ID We will be closing at 5:30PM  today in observation of Veterans Day. Regular Hours will resume tomorrow. 

Annual Asian-American Cultural Festival  "Taste of Asia"  NOVEMBER 13, 2011, SUNDAY. Image Courtesy of Be Achorn The Association of Asian-American Women of San Angelo will be hosting their Annual Asian-American Cultural Festival "Taste of Asia". The Event will take place 5pm-8pm at the McNease Convention Center on Rio Concho. There will be food, dance demonstrations of different Asian cultures, and plenty of activities for everyone. " This event will kick off the Association of Asian-American Women's fundraising toward our goal of building the Asian Cultural Center in downtown area of San Angelo. The center will allow the Association to offer cultural education, diversity in leadership, and business opportunities." Image Courtesy of Michelle Morrow For information please call 325-650-4062 or 325-942-9792.   --------------------------------  The Association of Asian-American Women of San Angelo. Read More About them. GET...

I  just had the great opportunity to cook and interview San Angelo local food writer and book author, Mina Khan with my friend Michelle Morrow. Mina Khan's debut great novella     "The Djinn's Dilemma"     will be in bookstores near you   November 1, 2011 . Can't wait? Pre-order your copy at Amazon.com or Barnes and Nobles.com . We had an awesome time here at Mama Nida's Asian Market. So what's the book about? Well, Let me tell ya! Read More It's a novel worth waiting for.... Rukh O’ Shay, half-djinn and assassin, is used to taking out the bad guys. But his latest assignment, Sarah White, is nothing like he expected. A glimpse of her bright aura reveals her gentle spirit, while her luscious beauty clouds his mind and makes him long for only one thing—to taste her. Sarah shares the feeling of raw desire at Rukh’ s touch. He can turn her on with a glance, and satisfies desires she didn’ t even know she had. But Rukh had b...