As Lanzhou beef noodle soup goes from regional specialty to global attraction, I set out to find the best bowls in New York ...

Traditionally, tripe is associated with a thick soup based on beef stomachs, which can be unappealing for many. A great alternative is Oyster Mushroom Tripe Soup. Oyster mushrooms are cultivated ...

Tripe is usually bleached in Western countries ... or vinegar and sometimes flour are whisked in and used to thicken the soup.