How to Make Melon Pan

August 17, 2016

Melon Pan, it has nothing to do with melon. It's actually a bread, but it's s...

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Chawanmushi Recipe – Steamed Egg Custard

August 10, 2016

Most Japanese people don’t celebrate Easter as it is one of the few festivals...

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DIY Japanese Food Gift Ideas

July 13, 2016

The trend for giving homemade food gifts at Christmas time is growing. It's a...

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The Ultimate Guide to Making Sashimi

July 05, 2016

Sashimi is a Japanese staple. It's no surprise either, that a country with a ...

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Sushi Without the Seaweed!

June 23, 2016

This is one for he sushi beginner and the sushi veteran alike. The Turkey, Ba...

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3 Japanese Cocktail Recipes Perfect for Parties

May 18, 2016

There's nothing better than a refreshing and tasty cocktail at a party; it su...

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How to Make Ice Cream Mochi

March 08, 2016

Mochi make a wonderful treat; the sticky, sweet glutenous rice balls are ofte...

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How to Make Pork Ramen

February 10, 2016

The basis of any good bowl of ramen is an excellent stock. Many restaurants i...

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How to Make a Japanese Style Hotpot (Nabe)

January 03, 2016

The weather is cold, the nights are getting darker, and every evening you're ...

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How to Make Taiyaki

January 03, 2016

Taiyaki is one of the foods most associated with Japanese street food. It's a...

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Miso Megs Dashi Masterclass – Part 4: Shiitake Dashi

November 10, 2015

Hello Dashi Fans! Shiitakae Dashi is a really simple stock to make. Just foll...

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Dashi Masterclass – Part 3: Kombu Dashi (Kelp Stock)

September 23, 2015

I hope you enjoyed my last blog and I hope your niban dashi was up to Miso Me...

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What are The Best Japanese Pumpkin Recipes?

September 22, 2014

In UK based Japanese restaurants you'll often find pumpkin on the menu. It's ...

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How To Make Japanese Pickled Cucumbers and Pickled Ginger

February 11, 2014

Pickles are an essential in Japanese cuisine. They are used in a variety of w...

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Japanese Winter Recipes

October 16, 2013

While Christmas has no religious significance in Japan, the people have embra...

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Hosomaki Vegetarian Rolls

August 13, 2013

I had some vegetarian friends for dinner the other night who were new to sush...

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How to Make Tempura

March 13, 2013

Mmm. Hot, crispy tempura is available in almost any Japanese restaurant, and ...

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How To Make Pumpkin Korokke

January 16, 2013

Korokke, or Croquette as we know them, are delicious squishy bundles of meat ...

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