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The Umami Reader: The Asian Salad Must Die
May 5, 2017
Salads do not have an ethincity. An ode to Bonnie Tsui's NY Times Op-Ed review on the Asian salad genre.
Japanify: Summer Slurp Series: Avocado Walnut Soba Salad
August 29, 2016
An easy and fresh salad using soba noodles, avocado, walnuts, and a few other ingredients that are readily available at any grocery store.
Postcard from Kyoto: Kiln
May 26, 2014
We are having a blast in Japan, gallivanting through Gifu, Kyoto and Osaka. This trip,...
Japanify: Crunchy Daikon Salad
April 14, 2014
A quick and easy recipe for a refreshing carrot and daikon salad with a satisfying crunch and a spicy kick.
The Vin Vivant: Appetite for Detoxification
February 17, 2014
I am incredibly lucky to be able to eat whatever I want when I want...
Izakaya Hideko: Taberu Rayu Tofu Salad
January 13, 2014
My parents hosted a shinnenkai (New Year's party) last night and it was a fantastic feast! As...
The Swedish Chef: Larb Gai
May 29, 2013
By Haan Ridell Hi I'm Haan. I'm Swedish but live in Copenhagen, and I fly...
Kayo's Kitchen: Harusame Salad for Summer Potlucks
May 17, 2013
I have a confession to make: I am not a fan of potlucks. I've always...
Japanify: Mizuna Crunch Salad
April 4, 2013
Spring is here and my local market is starting show signs of different colors of...
Casa de Kei: Spring Pea Salad
April 3, 2013
Lightly sautéed green salad with upland cress, sweet english peas, pea tendrils, ginger, purple artichokes,...
The Forest Feast: Shaved Brussels Slaw
December 17, 2012
Raw brussels sprouts have never tasted so good! If you want to make a lot...
MOTOism: Farewell to Summer: Corn 2 Ways
September 25, 2012
Summer is over, but I like the beginning of the autumn. I can finally wear...