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Michael A. Parks

Michael A. Parks is a freelance writer living in Texas. More

Michael A. Parks is a freelance writer living in Texas. He spent 2009 as a Fulbright Fellow in Mongolia.
Dairy Queen: Small-Town Texas Institution

Dairy Queen: Small-Town Texas Institution

Elsewhere, the chain might be little more than fast food, but in the Lone Star State soft serve is social fabric. Slide ShowMore »

Last Tastes of Mongolia

Last Tastes of Mongolia

Wandering the wild landscape by foot, the author reflects on his final meals before his return to America. SLIDE SHOW  IMore »

Mongolia: Land of Milk and Horses

Mongolia: Land of Milk and Horses

The country offers a range of dairy options, including a fermented milk George W. Bush tried. SLIDE SHOW  IMore »

Tasting History in Mongolian Spring

Tasting History in Mongolian Spring

In the country's vast flatlands, the author samples foods that have nourished Mongolians since Genghis Khan. He tries meat soup, clotted cream, yogurt, leeks, and orag, an unforgettable fatty, creamy delicacy that showcases the country's springtime milk.… More »

Hearty Food of Mongolian Winter

Hearty Food of Mongolian Winter

In winter, nomads find warmth in salted milk tea, the "five snouts," and the addictive buuz. The author approached these winter delicacies with trepidation but soon learned the joys of celebrating the end of the season with a Mongolian feast.… More »

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