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Doughy delights
A roasted sweet potato reminds me of Japan almost as much as a bowl of ramen, and definitely contains just as much enthusiasm. Read more
A roasted sweet potato reminds me of Japan almost as much as a bowl of ramen, and definitely contains just as much enthusiasm. Read more
Cooking can be done just by following directions, but having the familiarity and witnessing food chemistry in action is what elevates you to being a “cook.” Read more
When I was last visiting Japan, every day during my walk to the station, I passed a shop selling fruit sandwiches. Read more
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I’ve read stories in which someone peels potatoes at a kitchen table. Read more
Once, I made 12 pies for a friends-and-family dinner. When I was starting the sixth, I had serious regrets. Read more
I’m always surprised when people who are unaccustomed to life in Hawaii make comments on the seasons, especially the islands’ “lack” of them. Read more
It’s not quite spooky season, but the pumpkins have arrived. Read more
A side dish of rice is a trusted accompaniment to a standout main dish. Read more
I think of my fridge as the cold pantry. Read more
We’re often chasing a crispy exterior with a chewy and soft inside, and rice paper wrappers can do this for us. Read more
When I go to an evening show or concert, I look forward to a late-night diner afterward. Read more
Brigadeiro-based desserts seem as prominent in Brazil as mochi is in Hawaii. Read more
Sometimes when I was traveling with my family as a child, at a hotel breakfast, I would choose grapefruit juice over apple or orange juice. Read more
I used to wonder why some parents had three dishes they would cook over and over again. Read more
My friend once went to a potluck where everyone was supposed to bring a salad. Read more
The traditional sandwich is an indulgent French toast. It’s also almost too much to eat. Making it into a pancake makes it a more suitable size so you don’t get full on the bread. Read more
I share a name with Emily Mariko, whose viral recipe for a salmon rice bowl is making the internet collective lose their minds. Read more
Seasonal and scarcity are the themes that get me excited about pumpkins every year. Read more
One of my favorite parts of being 10 years old was that my mom would let me ride my bike up the road to the convenience store. Read more
I have somewhat unrealistic expectations of time — something I've known about myself for my whole life. Read more
Scallion “pancakes” are more like a flatbread. My favorite grain-free tortillas use cassava flour, making this an obvious choice for these pancakes. Read more
