All posts tagged "Cooking Good"

  • Focaccia makes for a great snack.

      Snacks in-between meals keep children from throwing tantrums when they’re hungry. While most kids will reach out for unhealthy snacks, the best way to manage hunger and boost their nutrition is by offering them real food....

    • Posted February 25, 2021
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  • How to make a chunky, delicious Clam Chowder kids love.

      It’s officially winter. ‘Tis the season for soup – a creamy clam chowder – if you have picky eaters at home. There is no clear substitute for a  warming, delicious homemade version of a classic clam...

    • Posted December 24, 2020
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  • “Cooking with children is Montessori,” says expert

    As most families shelter in place amid the pandemic, there’s no better time to introduce kids to fun, real-life experiences than now. The kitchen would be the ideal playground to do just that according to Audrey Zucchi,...

    • Posted December 16, 2020
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  • How to make a French style mocha eclair at home.

    Although the pandemic has forced families to keep holiday celebrations small, some may find eating out becoming less appealing. Nothing brings on warmer and cozier feeling this season than weaving a new tradition of home-baking. We want...

    • Posted December 7, 2020
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  • Decoding Japanese labels: Know what type of flour to use

    Bread is an important part of our meals but have you ever wondered where wheat in Japan comes from? You will be surprised that only 12% of local consumption is produced in Japan. The rest, according to...

    • Posted June 1, 2020
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  • Satisfy your sweet tooth with these matcha white chocolate chip cookies

    Homebaking is on the rise as more people stay home. If you’re running out of flour from all the baking taking place at the kitchen, fret not. This recipe calls for just a cup. This recipe contribution...

    • Posted May 21, 2020
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  • The no-muss no-fuss way of baking an Asian honeycombe cake

    Ingredients : -1 bag (400g) of tapioca starch (available at Nissin supermarket) -8 eggs -1 1/4 cup sugar -8g vanilla sugar -2 packs (22g) baking powder -103 ml coconut milk Mix ingredients altogether in a large bowl....

    • Posted May 21, 2020
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  • How to make a delicious brewed coffee at home using Starbucks’ tips.

    A daily cup of coffee can help relieve stress caused by unprecedented challenges we are experiencing due to the outbreak. When you want to calm down the nerves and relax, coffee may not be the first thing...

    • Posted May 20, 2020
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  • 7 Different Ways to Cook Egg for Breakfast

    Bored of the regular sunny side up?  Spice up your mornings with these delicious iron-packed omelets for breakfast or  weekend brunch. These egg recipes can be enjoyed any time of the day and are guaranteed to put...

    • Posted May 2, 2020
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  • A delicious rice dish bursting with deep flavors.

    Jambalaya, an original Louisiana rice-and-meat dish, is possibly one of the most go-to meals for families. It’s a practical one-pot hearty dish where you can just put about anything from shrimps to chicken. The only thing you...

    • Posted April 26, 2020
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  • Ex Tokyo Restaurateur and Chef shares delicious Cajun Chicken recipe for people on quarantine.

    Tokyoites who lived here in the late 90s are old enough to remember a famous place in Roppongi called Bourbon Street Louisiana Kitchen. This cozy place inspired lines around the block with delicious and authentic Cajun &...

    • Posted April 22, 2020
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  • Teach kids how to make lunch: Futomaki and Clam Miso soup

    Just last year, ordering food online was something you never imagined you’d be doing very often. But as Japan is put on voluntary lockdown and restaurants are open just for delivery amid the virus outbreak, the number...

    • Posted April 18, 2020
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  • Family meals: How long is curry safe to eat if it’s stored properly?

    Curry is one of the most commonly served dinner meals in Japan. Delicious, easy to prepare and also tastes better when not served right off the stove. So the practice for most families is to serve it...

    • Posted March 11, 2020
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  • The delicious Georgian dish everyone is talking about on social media.

    It created a stir on social media when Matsuya announced in December 2019 that Sukumerli would only be offered in selected stores and that it would gradually be discontinued. Japan went mad and so did our son,...

    • Posted March 4, 2020
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  • Tips on how to make a delicious soup for children

    Your child’s interest in eating vegetables are not the same as adults.  They  have more taste buds than adults and are more sensitive to the stronger flavors. Nutritionists say children aged two to eight years old need...

    • Posted February 24, 2020
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  • A Delicious Salad to boost your immune system.

    Although our body craves more for warm foods in winter, nutritionists will tell you that eating raw vegetables power up your immune system so it can fight off colds and flu. Bright, bold and so healthy, these...

    • Posted February 14, 2020
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  • Warm up with a meaty pot of hot chili con carne

    Winter can do biological changes that make us crave foods that give us warmth. These foods are usually richer than what we would otherwise eat. A good example of a winter comfort food is a bowl of...

    • Posted February 12, 2020
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  • Fight off the winter blues with this satisfying Japanese hotpot

    Naberyori or hotpot can make a satisfying soup in winter.  Just like ramen, the secret to a satisfying soup flavor lies in the freshness of all the ingredients and cooking temperature, the two basic ‘musts’ in Japanese...

    • Posted December 16, 2019
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  • Asian way of turning leftovers into a noodle dish. Kids love it.

    It’s not uncommon for families to discover that way in the back of the fridge, there’s always a piece of carrot, a strip of meat or a slice of onion from last night’s meal that’s been stashed...

    • Posted September 22, 2019
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  • How to make a Sura Tanmen noodle

    Just like the spicy Tantanmen (Dandan) noodle, Sura (pronounced sue-rah) tanmen is a type of Chinese noodle dish with bold flavors originating from the Sichuan and Hunan provinces of China. Compared to the usual miso and pork...

    • Posted April 14, 2019
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  • Are you cooking your Tonjiru soup the wrong way? Japanese chef shares useful tips.

    Don’t we all love a steaming bowl of  Tonjiru soup when it’s cold? My family does. Maesen, a famous tonkatsu restaurant in Omotesando, serves the best Tonjiru soup in Tokyo. But since we can’t always go, I...

    • Posted October 20, 2018
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  • ABC Cooking Studio shares tricks on how to pack a Japanese-style bento

    Sweet Potato Rice Ball & Mushroom Gratin with Mayonnaise

    • Posted September 3, 2018
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  • Nutritious, easy-to-make tofu steak with shiitake mushroom sauce

    Tofu is a wonderfully versatile, low-fat food and a staple of Japanese cuisine. But many of us are reluctant to serve it to our kids, believing it to be bland and – dare we say it –...

    • Posted August 31, 2018
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  • Light Summer Meal: Macaroni and Kidney beans

    My family loves swimming and all we want to do on our summer vacation is to swim.  With us spending morning and afternoon lazing by the beach working our summer tans, the kids often get hungry. This...

    • Posted July 29, 2018
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  • Nourish the body with greens and fruits

    Eating fruits and vegetables purifies and heals the body from summer fatigue of the mind and body. But do you give what goes into your salad a thought? A good salad can be a complete meal in...

    • Posted July 18, 2018
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  • Christmas Ham Recipe

    Chestnuts roasting on an open fire! ♪♫•*¨*•.¸¸¸.•*¨*•♫♪ ♪♫•*¨*•. Oh, bring us some figgy pudding! Indeed, the carols prove that Christmas is more than just an occasion to stuff stockings, but one to fill the bellies as well....

    • Posted December 13, 2017
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  • Mild Butter Chicken Masala

    When spice mixes are too hot for children, try this recipe thatwill please the family palate.

    • Posted November 22, 2017
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  • How To Make A Summer Berry Gelato with Yogurt

    Soft, fluffy and so refreshing! Blueberries abound in this healthy and fresh take on a summer favorite. A pure, clean combination of berries, cream, and yogurt with the maximum fruity flavor and none of the fat found...

    • Posted June 1, 2017
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  • Try this authentic Japanese summer dish at home

    In the spring and summer,  Japanese people love to eat their noodles and fish cold.  Here’s a delicious sashimi recipe shared by Reiko Yoshikawa for your summer eating pleasure. Salmon Tataki with Ginger Sauce Dashi soy sauce...

    • Posted May 27, 2017
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  • Making Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream Is Easy

    One advantage of making your own ice cream at home is you can adjust the sweetness.  You don’t need an ice cream maker to cook this recipe,  just a few basic ingredients.   Ingredients  (for 6 people)...

    • Posted May 21, 2017
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