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  • The Season of Satsumaimo, the Japanese Sweet Potato 🍠

    The Season of Satsumaimo, the Japanese Sweet Potato 🍠

    When November rolls around in Japan, something magical happens. The air turns crisp, the summer cicadas go quiet, and a toasty-sweet aroma starts drifting down the streets. That’s when everyone knows, it’s satsumaimo season! The satsumaimo (Japanese sweet potato) isn’t just a...

  • Move Over Aperol, There’s a New Spritz in Town 🍋🍹

    Move Over Aperol, There’s a New Spritz in Town 🍋🍹

    We’ll always have a soft spot for the classic Aperol Spritz — with its vibrant orange hue, bittersweet taste, and effortless Italian charm, it’s no wonder this cocktail has become a summer staple around the world. It’s light, refreshing, and...

  • No Broth, No Problem: Cold Ramen for Hot Days

    No Broth, No Problem: Cold Ramen for Hot Days

    When most people think of ramen, they picture steaming bowls of rich broth, slurp-worthy noodles, and cozy comfort. But in Japan, ramen isn’t just a winter staple—it’s also a summer essential. Enter Hiyashi Chuka and cold Mazemen: two chilled ramen styles that...

  • Meet Your New BBQ MVP: Tangy Carrot & Cabbage Slaw 🥬🥕

    Meet Your New BBQ MVP: Tangy Carrot & Cabbage Slaw 🥬🥕

    The grill’s fired up. The patio’s calling. And your summer menu just found its newest and coolest staple. This bright and crunchy carrot & cabbage slaw is everything we love about warm-weather eating: fresh, flavour-packed, and ridiculously easy to throw...

  • What Came First: The Ramen or the Egg?

    What Came First: The Ramen or the Egg?

    It’s an age-old question—okay, maybe not that old, but one that has undoubtedly crossed the mind of every ramen lover staring into a perfectly built bowl: What came first, the ramen or the egg? While it might sound like a...

  • The Great Canadian Experiment: Ultimate Ramen Poutine

    The Great Canadian Experiment: Ultimate Ramen Poutine

    The Idea: A True North Poutine  There’s nothing more Canadian than poutine—golden fries, squeaky cheese curds, and rich, savory gravy. But what happens when you try to get creative in the kitchen with all-Canadian-made ingredients and a little too much...