In most Asian families, food and cooking are very much central to our lives. We celebrate many special occasions using food as symbolism. But it’s the everyday cooking that grounds us, giving much comfort. This post is a book review of Katie Chin’s Everyday Chinese Cookbook, 101 Delicious Recipes from My Mother’s Kitchen. Just in …
In the U.S., nowadays you can find a fast food teriyaki chicken stand in most towns. Teriyaki has become so common that they even sell the sauce at Costco. On the supermarket shelves, there are a variety of teriyaki sauces that make our lives easier for their convenience and good taste. But, because I …
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As with any classic recipe there are many different versions of the same dish. Here on Asian Lifestyle Design, I previously posted my recipe for Chicken Teriyaki Wings! Please check this one out too, the difference is in the garlic. This teriyaki recipe was given to me by Fumiko and she broke it down so …
Chinese cabbage is also known as nappa cabbage or hakusai. Nappa in Japanese means a leafy vegetable and stems from the word happa that means leaf. Due to the mild flavor and a crunchy yet soft texture, the Chinese cabbage is extremely versatile and absorbs the flavors of any added sauce. It is also regularly …
photo by hawaiianfoodrecipe Growing up in a large family, food was always a big deal in our home. So, it is no wonder that food is still an important part of our lives. My teenage sons ask me what’s for dinner during breakfast!! It really can drive one nuts when your mind doesn’t really want …
