Five spice and honey-lacquered quail, Sichuan pickles, clay pot caramelized pork, lobster summer rolls … oh my! I did spend a good chunk of my time this past week in my kitchen, but oh it was so worth it. Spicy, sweet, sour, salty, crunchy, herby, fresh. Vietnamese food rocks.

Lobster Summer Rolls with Spicy Soy & Peanut Sauce

Little quail birdies ready for the pot.

Little quail birdies ready for the belly

Finished plated dish of lacquered quail with lime salt and Sichuan pickles:

Lacquered Quail with Lime Salt & Pepper

Spicy Sichuan Pickles