July 18, 2013
The Japanese dish hambagu derives from the Hamburg steak. Hamburg steak is the patty of a...
July 9, 2013
Yakitori is the perfect food: delicious, dainty morsels that come in a variety of ingredients...
June 6, 2013
I have memories of gyoza from when I was in kindergarten. My grandma would invite...
May 23, 2013
Duck has always been a bird I've been meaning to explore. Its rich, luscious fat...
May 21, 2013
Mame gohan (beans and rice) with English sweet peas, organic radish, negi (green onions) and katsuo...
May 17, 2013
I have a confession to make: I am not a fan of potlucks. I've always...
May 9, 2013
Ebi Chili is the best example of a dish that has been Japanified. It was...
May 7, 2013
The craze for sweets in Japan is so peculiar. There's always, "This Year's #1 Dessert!"...
May 2, 2013
I am a huge fan of spice, and finding a dish that I can make...
April 25, 2013
Sometimes the most humble ingredients can yield some seriously satisfying results. Some days I procrastinate...
March 28, 2013
Forgive me, I am going to cheat a little here... like that "100 Episodes of...
March 14, 2013
The art of perfection is everywhere in Japan. In its laquerware, electronics and especially in...