I turned 29 last week. And, admist the wonderful celebrations I thought to myself, “Wow, the last year of my twenties. How am I really going to make this the best year yet before the big 3-0?” I actually have … Continue reading
When I was in college, I had the privilege of spending a semester abroad in Japan. It was there that I studied Japanese, lived with a host family who took me in as their own daughter, rode a ferry and … Continue reading
Every year the Joy of Sake organization puts on the Joy of Sake event, a celebration bringing together people with varied degrees of understanding of sake to enjoy and learn about large varieties of sake. And every year, the night … Continue reading
Growing up traveling and moving all over the country, Iʻve always had a great sense of appreciation for experiencing different cultures and the impending need to constantly pack a bag, hop on a plane and get ready for my next … Continue reading
I often tease Daniel that his cooking skills didn’t really blossom until we moved to New York. Before then, he was really good at one pot meals–the guy makes a killer beef stew, chili, spaghetti and clam sauce–but his cooking skills … Continue reading
Growing up, one of my family’s favorite meals to enjoy together has always been Yakiniku or Shabu Shabu. Somebody’s birthday? We’ll be eating Yakiniku. Wednesday night and don’t know what to cook? Everyone’s first choice is this delicious (and healthy!) option … Continue reading
You feel the vibration in your chest as the taiko drums beat and begin to sway to the live traditional Japanese music. Bright pink and white lanterns light the sky as old and young gather together following and encouraging each other to dance … Continue reading
When I was a kid, July was always my favorite month of the year–perhaps because itʻs my birthday month–but also because it meant that we would load up in the car and drive ten minutes over the mountain to Blueberry … Continue reading
A few years back, when trying to convince my aunty that we should have Mexican food for dinner, I distinctly remember her telling me…”Well… I donʻt like Mexican food.” “REALLY?” I replied, “Whatʻs not to love about Mexican food? The … Continue reading
There’s something about people and fire and food that just brings everyone together. Funny, how that works. I grew up loving to eat dinner outside on our patio. Even if it wasn’t something that was grilled, we’d pile up our plates with whatever … Continue reading
Living on an island, there are only so many places you can go. But, luckily for us, there are so many new dining spots that open up and ones that have been open for years that we haven’t tried yet that … Continue reading
While sometimes I joke that I could live without meat (highly unlikely), I know one thing for sure, I could never live without my carbs. I am a rice, bread, noodle, pastry, cake, mochi LOVER–and if my body would allow … Continue reading
I love spicy food. That tangy, tantalizing, burn your mouth feeling that tingles at first then turns into a slow, comforting, give me more burn, is a wonderful give-me-more feeling that I go crazy for! So, last weekend, when I had … Continue reading
I like to think that every family has an activity they do together that bonds them. Whether it’s playing music, cooking or even simply watching reruns of Friends–families come together over common interests to enjoy spending quality time together. In Mexican … Continue reading
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