Food & Drink | THE RECIPE BOX Sep 25, 2021
A recipe for 10-minute melonpan toast
by Kiera Wright-Ruiz
When the craving for melonpan strikes, this fluffy, crunchy, sweet treat can be in your mouth in less time than it takes for a bakery run.
Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Sep 18, 2021
A recipe for hearty Japanese-style ratatouille
by Makiko Itoh
Although it’s still warm, we’re all starting to crave heartier dishes. Cooking the vegetables separately for this ratatouille may sound like an extra step, but the results are worth it.
Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Sep 11, 2021
Match your mood to one of these mentsuyu noodle dipping sauces
by Makiko Itoh
Eating chilled sōmen noodles is one of the best ways to stay cool during summer. Here are three easy recipes for the accompanying dipping sauce, plus a tasty way to use up any leftovers.
Food & Drink | THE RECIPE BOX Sep 4, 2021
Tantan-spiced loaded breakfast toast
by Simon Daly
This recipe for loaded toast might seem simple, but it’s an easy way to spice up breakfast. Top with ground pork, bacon or even a fried egg to make it into a light lunch or dinner.
Food & Drink | Washoku Essentials Aug 28, 2021
How to make Japanese kanten fruit jelly
by Elizabeth Andoh
These bright, colorful kanten jelly desserts are the perfect way to indulge your sweet tooth while staying cool in the heat.
Food & Drink | THE RECIPE BOX Aug 21, 2021
Crisp and crunchy vegan tofu katsu
by Kiera Wright-Ruiz
This vegan version of tonkatsu (pork cutlet) swaps out pork for soft, custard-like tofu that gives the dish a light texture and endless flavor possibilities.
Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Aug 14, 2021
Two recipes to jazz up the humble hiyayakko
by Makiko Itoh
A great, easy dish for a hot summer's day is hiyayakko — chilled tofu with various toppings. These two recipes depart from the usual, and make great drinking appetizers.
Food & Drink | THE RECIPE BOX Aug 7, 2021
This bibim mandu recipe will see you through the balmy summer
by Simon Daly
Crisp veggies, fried dumpling dough and an addictive spicy sauce make adding this dish to your weeknight rotation a no-brainer.
Food & Drink | THE RECIPE BOX Jul 31, 2021
This shiso-lemon syrup adds a dose of sunshine to the gloomiest day
by Florentyna Leow
Whether you add it to a cocktail or jazz up a glass of sparkling water, once you’ve tried this punchy syrup you’ll never buy overpriced lemonade again.
Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Jul 24, 2021
Three summery watermelon recipes popular in Japan
by Makiko Itoh
Watermelon is a quintessential summer fruit. But what can you do with it besides eat it raw? Try one (or all) of these three refreshing Japanese-style watermelon dishes.
Food & Drink | THE RECIPE BOX Jul 17, 2021
Yuzu icebox cake with strawberries and shiso
by Kiera Wright-Ruiz
Icebox cakes are quick, customizable and visually stunning. The best part? You can spend less time in the kitchen, and more time eating dessert.
Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Jul 10, 2021
How to make curry-style māpō dōfu over cauliflower rice
by Makiko Itoh
With Japanese curry, it's the mouthfeel of the rice that’s key, so you can easily swap it for cauliflower rice for a low-carb take on the staple dish.