It’s the last day of May 2026, a perfect time to look back and reflect on the month. I would say it …
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Behind the MenuNYC Discoveries
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Beauty FoodFreezer-FriendlyGluten-freeHealthyHealthy SnacksMake-Ahead (Meal Prep)No BakeSweets/Desserts
Matcha Chocolate Covered Dates (The Ultimate Healthy-ish Treat)
by NorieIf you want a bite-sized treat that tastes like a gourmet truffle, you will love these Matcha Chocolate Covered Dates. These sweet …
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Welcome back to the blog! I am absolutely thrilled to kick off my brand-new category, “NYC Discoveries,” with a deep dive into …
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Behind the Menu
What Anne Hathaway Taught Me About Success as a Woman in Competitive New York
by NorieOn this rainy Memorial Day, I found myself watching the new Devil Wears Prada sequel at the theater. Seeing the brilliant Anne …
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Dairy-freeGluten-freeJapaneseKetoNo BakeSweets/DessertsVeganWagashi 101
Professional Koi Matcha Jelly: Silky, Intense Japanese Summer Dessert
by NorieAs the heat of summer approaches, there is a particular dessert that I find myself returning to year after year. In the …
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Dairy-freeGluten-freeJapaneseRiceRice Cooker RecipesSide DishesVeganWashoku 101
How to Cook Japanese Rice: A Kaiseki Chef’s Guide (3 Ways)
by NorieIf you want to learn how to cook Japanese rice perfectly, you aren’t just learning a recipe—you are learning the heart of …
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AmericanBaked Goods / BreadChristmasGift IdeasJapaneseSweets/Desserts
Professional Yuzu Piping Cookie Recipe with Yuzu Jelly
by NorieIf you are looking for a Yuzu Piping Cookie recipe that doesn’t require a rolling pin or hours of chilling, you have …
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Beauty FoodFermentation & KojiGluten-freeJapaneseQuick & FuelSalad
The Vibrant 10-Minute Koji Chopped Salad with Fermented Carrot Dressing
by NorieWhy This Koji Chopped Salad is the Ultimate Beauty Food There is something deeply satisfying about a perfectly chopped salad. When every …
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Beauty FoodFermentation & KojiHealthyJapaneseMake-Ahead (Meal Prep)Rice Cooker RecipesSauces / Dressings
Vibrant & Sugar-Free: The Ultimate Guide to Carrot Koji Dressing
by NorieForget thin, watery vinaigrettes. This Fermented Carrot Koji Dressing is what I call an “eating-style” sauce—thick, vibrant, and packed with enough substance …
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AmericanBeauty FoodBreakfast / BrunchDairy-freeGluten-freeHealthyHealthy SnacksJapaneseMake-Ahead (Meal Prep)No BakeSweets/DessertsVegan
Easy Overnight Matcha Chia Pudding: The Ultimate Healthy 5-Minute Breakfast
by NorieLooking for a nutritious, energizing, and delicious breakfast that’s ready when you wake up? This Matcha Coconut Chia Pudding is my go-to …
