Ahi Poké Poké (pronounced po-kay) is a popular dish on many Hawaiian menus- from up-scale Waikiki restaurants to the humble […]
Apple & Manchego Crostini Crisp, grilled apples and Spanish Manchego cheese pair perfectly in this simple, Spanish-inspired appetizer. Served with […]
Baby Bok Choy with Garlic (清炒小白菜) There are a couple types of “bok choy.” Some have thick white stems with […]
This is a classic Chinese dish that works well as a vegetable side dish for rich, full flavored meat dishes […]
These easy portobello sandwiches make a delicious vegetarian lunch or weeknight dinner. You can use prepared balsamic vinaigrette and jarred […]
Blackberry Cobbler You can use whatever fresh berries or other fruits that are in season, but I like blackberries the […]
I needed to use up some shimmering blue curaçao I had leftover from Halloween, and I wanted something a little […]
Braised leeks are a simple, yet perfect accompaniment for a variety of main course dishes. Leeks are sweeter and subtler […]
Broiled Bluefish with Tomato and Herbs This recipe was featured in Gourmet magazine in August 2006, and it’s a classic […]
These buffalo cauliflower bites are a tasty vegetarian alternative to buffalo wings. This recipe is fast and easy, and makes […]
Chicken congee (鸡粥, ji zhou) is classic Chinese comfort food, and the perfect antidote to both the cold of winter […]
This chili oil (làjiāo yóu, 辣椒油) makes the perfect accompaniment to Chinese dumplings, but it’s great on so many other […]
Chili Powder This is a fast, easy recipe for home made chili powder. If you want, you can swap out […]
This traditional Argentinian sauce is the perfect accompaniment to a juicy grilled steak, a mixed grill, or broiled tomatoes. Serve […]
I created the China Rose Martini using the basic backbone of the Lychee and Sake Martini, but I swapped out […]
This stir-fry is fast and easy to make- and easy on your wallet too. Cabbage is so inexpensive, filling, and […]
A good cocktail sauce is more than just ketchup and horse radish! This deft mixture of ketchup, chili sauce, horseradish […]
You can use whatever kind of blue cheese you like in this recipe, but don’t feel you have to break […]
This creamy mustard sauce is perfect with Scotch eggs, fried fish, and steamed or grilled vegetables like asparagus. For the […]
These easy prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears are a quick and delicious. The prosciutto crisps up like bacon while the asparagus cooks […]
Crispy Salmon Cakes This recipe makes crispy, flaky, tasty salmon cakes, and best of all, doesn’t require a can opener. […]
Carnitas are probably one of the most popular taco fillings of all time, and for good reason- the tender, crackly, […]
Remember Viniq, that magical-looking shimmering liqueur? Well, if you haven’t seen Viniq around for awhile, you may be surprised to […]
Dragon Fruit Sorbet Dragon fruit (also called pitaya or pitahaya) are actually the fruit of a cactus. White, red, and […]
If you’ve never tried these before, you’re in for a treat! Snow pea leaves are a really tasty vegetable, sort […]
This is probably one of the simplest preparations I’ve ever used for bok choy, but it’s also easily one of […]
Endive with Oranges, Goat Cheese, and Pomegranate Endive leaves topped with oranges, goat cheese, and pomegranate seeds are a simple […]
Traditionally, salsa roja de molcajete is made by dry-roasting tomatoes, jalapeños, and garlic in a comal or cast iron skillet, […]
These crispy french fried onions are a great home made alternative to canned French’s or Durkee fried onions. They’re great […]
Galettes sablées are a great way to use up leftover pastry dough. The ‘sablées’ in their name is French for […]
Although you can buy garam masala powder in many supermarkets these days, I find that the store-bought version is often […]
This simple spread is great as an appetizer with paired with crackers, baguette, or crudités, and makes a delicious addition […]
German apple cake (versunkener apfelkuchen) is a perfect fall dessert that even a novice cook can make. In Germany, this […]
Young ginger (which is smaller, milder in flavor, and has thinner skin) is recommended for this recipe. However, regular ginger […]
Goma dare is a classic accompaniment for shabu-shabu, but it’s also tasty as a salad dressing or as a a […]
This is an easy, healthy dip that’s a snap to make for a party. Pair with pita, crudités, or chips […]
Gyudon (牛丼) is a simple Japanese home-style dish made of beef, vegetables, and egg, served over rice. It’s quick, easy […]
This habanero-mango hot sauce is hot, but not too hot, and packs lots of flavor alongside the heat. For more […]
Hari (green) chutney is made with fresh cilantro and a variety of spices. This chutney is a must-have for every […]
Hiyayakko (Cold Tofu 冷奴) is a Japanese chilled tofu appetizer and it’s usually served during the summer time. It’s usually […]
This relish is a tasty accompaniment to samosas and curries. If using a regular yellow onion, increase the sugar to […]
This simple salad is a classic kind of sunomono that you may have encountered before in a restaurant. In Japanese, […]
Kalbi (also pronounced galbi) may be listed as “sogalbi” (소갈비) or “soegalbi” (쇠갈비) on some restaurant menus. The prefix “so” […]
Kalua Pork Kalua pig and cabbage are classic luau food. Kālua is a traditional Hawaiian cooking method that uses an […]
Watermelon, feta, and mint may sound like an odd combination for a salad, but it’s a perfect mix of salty […]
Named after the Japanese word for ‘fox’, kitsune udon (きつねうどん) is a delicious dish made with thick udon noodles served […]
Remoulade originated in France in a combination most closely resembling tarter sauce, bringing together mayo, herbs, pickles, and capers. Of […]
A lychee and sake martini is a subtly sweet and mellow cocktail that’s fabulous on its own or as an […]
This dessert tastes like a rich, creamy Mexican chocolate pudding made with loads of milk and cream, but is actually […]
Palomas are normally made with tequila, but I prefer to mix mine with mezcal- it adds a smoky complexity to […]
This is a great quick and easy recipe that still packs plenty of flavor. You only need to marinate the […]
Here in the States we typically only see two kinds of miso soup- the standard sushi bar wakame and tofu […]
You’ve probably had a similar miso-ginger dressing at a Japanese restaurant, or you may have ran across a similar dressing […]
This flavorful mojito-inspired marinade is fast and easy to make, and is particularly good on shrimp (as shown), firm white-fleshed […]
This dip is a riff on the muffuletta, a popular sandwich created in New Orleans. You can serve this on […]
Nam Pla Prik (น้ำปลาพริก) This sauce is so ubiquitous, it’s almost like salt and pepper on the Thai table. Nam […]
Onigiri, Japanese rice balls, are an easy snack to make, and a great way to use up leftover rice. Sometimes […]
Oven Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce This sauce works well both on pasta and as a pizza sauce. For an even […]
Pan con Chocolate, Aceite y Sal (Rustic Bread with Dark Chocolate, Olive Oil, and Sea Salt) Bread with chocolate is […]
These mildly spicy Mexican-style pickled carrots and radishes are actually very similar to do chua, a kind of classic Vietnamese […]
Pomegranate Molasses and Cumin-Glazed Lamb Kebabs Tangy pomegranate molasses, toasted cumin, and garlic make these lamb kebabs stand-outs on any […]
What we refer to as ponzu sauce in the West is actually ponzu shōyu, and is typically made from a […]
Raw Vegetable “Pasta” with Tomatoes and Herbs This easy salad is a great way to showcase fresh summer produce. It’s […]
Red beans and rice is a budget-friendly, easy, and filling dish. Although it’s emblematic of Louisiana Creole cuisine, the dish […]
A roast rack of lamb makes an impressive centerpiece dish, but is surprisingly easy to make. This recipe includes just […]
These delectable roasted chanterelles prove that sometimes simple is best! Serve these delicious mushrooms with a roast chicken, toss them […]
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes with Chive Pesto The fresh, bright flavor of the pesto in this recipe really transforms the roasted […]
Roasted Goat Cheese Stuffed Figs with Lavender Thyme Honey In the U.S., there are two seasons for domestic fresh figs; […]
Roasted Sweet Onions with Cabrales Blue Cheese Savory, sweet roasted onions and sharp, salty blue cheese make a delicious tapa […]
Roasted Tomatillo Salsa (Salsa Verde) There are two kinds of salsa verde recipes: raw tomatillo salsas, which are bright green, […]
This vibrantly hued and delicately scented rose petal vodka looks like a luxe craft cocktail concoction, but it’s actually super […]
Saba Shioyaki means “grilled mackerel with salt”. You may have had it in a bento box or as part of […]
The word “saganaki” comes from “sagani”, which is the name of the type of Greek frying pan with two handles […]
Don’t be intimidated by the name- not all Sichuan food is flaming hot! Authentic Sichuan food is a melody of […]
This simple spinach salad is a popular Korean banchan (반찬), or side dish. Banchan are an integral part of a […]
Smoked salmon, horseradish and cream cheese canapés are a classic combination that’s perfect for entertaining. For a vegetarian option, try […]
Sole en Papillote Food cooked en papillote describes a dish that has been encased in parchment paper and then baked. […]
Soy sauce and butter might sound like an odd combo, but they make a perfect pairing in this quick and […]
SPAM Fried Rice Fried rice is a great way to use up leftovers- you can make a big wokful of […]
This spicy tuna is a versatile recipe that you can make into a meal, appetizer, or canapés. With just a […]
Steamed Barramundi with Ginger, Scallions, and Soy This Asian-inspired dish makes a fantastic fast, light dinner for two. For easier […]
You’ve probably heard of sugar plums either from Clement Moore’s poem “A Visit From Saint Nicholas (a.k.a. “’Twas the Night […]
Sukku Namul is one of the vegetable side dishes that appears often on Korean lunch and dinner tables. It’s a […]
Sweet & Spicy Gochujang Sauce Gochujang (Korean: 고추장, Hanja: 苦椒醬) is a mildly spicy and sweet Korean chili paste that can […]
Sweet Soy Sauce Glaze This sweet and savory sauce is fantastic as a glaze or dipping sauce alongside crispy fried […]
This exotic sweet and sour chutney is a delicious condiment for samosas, pakoras, and more. Ingredients: 4 oz piece tamarind […]
Talatouri is a traditional Cypriot sauce, very similar to tzatziki, but with two key differences- talatouri is made with fresh […]
Thai sweet chili sauce (น้ำจิ้มไก่, pronounced nam chim kaih) is easy to make yourself, and the home-made version is much […]
The Prestige cocktail was created by bartender Dale Degroff in 2002, but its lightly spiced tropical flavors are reminiscent of […]
Turkish-Style Chickpea Salad Dotted with roasted tomatoes, olives and fresh mint, top this irresistible chickpea salad with a dollop of […]
Tuscan White Bean Dip Serve this simple Tuscan-inspired bean dip with toasted pita chips or fresh veggies for a quick […]
Unadon is a shortened version of the words unagi (Japanese eel, written as 鰻 or うなぎ) and donburi (“bowl”, usually […]
Nuoc mam pha is a basic Vietnamese spring roll dipping sauce, which you can easily customize to your own preferences. […]
Yakitori (焼き鳥) Skewers of grilled yakitori chicken are a popular food at izakaya restaurants and specialty yakitori restaurants. In Japan, there […]
Yeongeun (연근, “lotus root”) jorim (조림, “reduced”) is a basic, everyday banchan (반찬) found at both home tables and restaurants. […]