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What is Donburi? 丼ぶり
Although there are many that have tried donburi, some may not know what this dish is. So… What is donburi? Donburi 丼ぶり, simply put, is a traditional Japanese dish consisting of a bowl of rice topped...
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Strawberry Parfait Recipe イチゴパフェを作り方
A renowned, sweet dessert in Japan, this Strawberry Parfait recipe is not only tasty, but it’s also simple! To go into technical terms, a parfait is a dessert consisting of layers of whipped cream,...
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Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe
The season for strawberries may be over, but you can still make this Strawberry Ice Cream recipe when the season comes around or frozen! Ice cream is good all season ;D The strawberries I used in this...
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Matcha Cake Recipe
If you love green tea and you love cake… Then you’ll definitely love this Matcha Cake Recipe! When you make this cake, I suggest buying the culinary grade of matcha. It comes in a fine powder… But it...
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Blueberry Pie Cookie Recipe
If you like blueberry pie but don’t want to buy a pie and slice it, these blueberry pie cookies are perfect! Even when berries aren’t in season, this recipe works great with frozen berries. You just...
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Pineapple Ice Cream Recipe
My dad loves pineapples. Whenever I see that my family has gotten some pineapple spears or a fresh one, I know my dad is going to be the first one to try it. So, dad, this Pineapple Ice Cream recipe is...
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Blueberry Crumble Cake Recipe
My grandma used to love sweets. I remember seeing her with a danish, candy, or some sweet snack with her at all times while she watched National Geographic or the food channel. She also loved salty...
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The History of Eisa: Okinawa’s Folk Dance
There are many cultures that embrace the art of dance, and Okinawa is one of those cultures that has cherished it throughout its time and history. From the prominent classical dance Yotsutake to the...
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Mensore Eats: Kirari West
With so many bakeries in Southern California, what’s another one going to do in order to stand out? Well… Kirari West is not only a great bakery, but gluten-free lovers unite: not only do they give out...
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What is Umi Budo?
For those that live on the sunny, coastal region of Okinawa, Umi Budo is a staple food found plentiful around the area and is usually a snack or side dish. However, those that live elsewhere (like in...
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Panko vs Breadcrumbs
While tempura and panko are commonly mistaken, panko vs breadcrumbs gets even more confused and mistaken for each other. So, what is the difference between panko and breadcrumbs? Simple: it’s the way...
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What is Ramen?
Ramen… For me, it reminds me of childhood memories, of steaming bowls of noodles in a delicious, oily broth, with plenty of toppings to crunch and slurp in, of family and togetherness… It’s amazing how...
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Tonkatsu Recipe とんかつレシピ
It’s amazing that I haven’t made a tonkatsu recipe, considering how tasty and easy this recipe is… But it’s better late than never, right? Tonkatsu is a delicious Japanese dish consisting of a pork...
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Sushi Vs Sashimi: What’s the Difference?
For sushi or sashimi lovers galore, this might be an easy answer for you. But for those that are new to the Japanese style of eating raw fish, nigiris, or rolls, may not know what the difference is...
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Kamo Udon Recipe カモうどんレシピ
If you’ve had udon before, you’ve most likely sampled udon dishes such as niku udon (beef udon), curry udon, or tempura udon. But if you love duck, then the kamo udon recipe is for you! I have to say,...
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How to Make Duck Medallions with Spaghetti
When I had decided to try my hand in making Kamo Udon (duck with Japanese flour noodle soup), I also bought from the butcher shop a thicker cut of the rolled up duck that they were offering,...
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Chinsuko Cookies (Okinawan Shortbread)
There’s a trend that’s been recently coming about, and these Chinsuko cookies (otherwise known as Okinawan shortbread cookies) work in this particular trend: with only pancake mix, sugar, and oil,...
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What is Wagyu?
What is Wagyu? Wagyu, with its fantastic marbling and tender, succulent meat, is perhaps the highest quality of beef that one can buy on the market. Priced around $100+ per pound, there is a reason why...
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9 Common Mushrooms Used In Japanese Cuisine
For some, mushrooms are the bane of their existence…. But for me, mushrooms are a God-send! There are a lot of mushrooms used in Japanese cuisine, but there are 9 common ones that are utilized,...
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Pork Wonton Dumplings
One day, as I watching some YouTube videos, I got the marvelous idea to make gyoza. Mmmm, I thought to myself, I do know how to make them and I haven’t done anything for my website in a while. Let’s do...
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