Snake charmers

Hong Kong

In winter, there is nothing like a bowl of snake soup to warm up the body. Donna Mah explains why this unusual delicacy is good for you.

Growing up in a Chinese family on the prairies of Canada, I was often told by my mother that we should consume "warming" foods during the colder months. For those not familiar with Saskatchewan, it is chilly for a significant portion of the year - so warming foods were talked about a lot.