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A customer at Sunset Super on Irving Street shops for meat at the hot pot section. Photo by Junyao Yang on Dec. 23, 2025. I spent my early childhood in Zigong, a hilly city — much like San Francisco, ...

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Much like sushi, pho and Korean barbecue, hot pot has become pretty ubiquitous in the United States. Diners all over flock to hot pot restaurants, especially in the cold months, to chow down with ...

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H Mart's viral hot pot kit is a TikTok sensation, offering an affordable way to enjoy a communal meal at home.