Japanese

While chilled desserts are summer staples, a refreshing, gelatin-based dessert is always appreciated after a heavy meal, no matter the season. This …

In a traditional Japanese home, grilled fish is an everyday staple. Growing up in my hometown of Numazu—a coastal region famous for …

Look closely at the cake slice emoji on your phone (🍰)—it is directly modeled after classic Japanese strawberry shortcake, with its signature …

A classic Japanese sponge cake (Pâte Génoise) relies entirely on egg aeration for its rise. As a result, the sponge develops an …

Peak-season yellow peaches paired with creamy yogurt and sweet amakoji create a velvety frozen treat that nourishes your gut while satisfying your …

Karaage is a very, very popular dish and snack in Japan for all ages. Japanese convenience stores always have freshly fried karaage …

Summer BBQ season is all about simple pleasures: nice weather, time outdoors, and the rich, smoky aroma of charcoal-grilled meats and vegetables. …

The Story Behind My Go-To Wafu Dressing Having worked in numerous Japanese kitchens across both Japan and New York City, I’ve made—and …

When you have overripe bananas, what do you do with them? Bake another heavy loaf of banana bread? I think you should …

If you love the silky, tender texture of Japanese short-grain white rice but want the nutritional perks of whole grains, learning how …