Japanese curry is hot. It is not Indian curry, nor South East Asian curry. Japanese curry has its own unique taste and texture. How curry came to Japan and became a national dish is a fascinating story. The British who staitioned in India during 18th century brought back a variety of spices to England. People back there instantly loved the new spices, but there was one problem. The British did not know how to combine (more…)
Many years ago while I was living in Japan I took a class to learn how to make home made udon at a class that was organized by one of the major Japanese flour companies. All of the attendees were serious women of all different ages. We all donned crisp white aprons and white head covers. Today such classes are filled with male attendees, so the time have certainly changed. After the class I rushed
Ramps (garlicky early spring plant) are back to Union Square Market this week. This means that spring is definitely back to New York City. I am offering Spring Japanese Dinner cooking class at International Culinary Center at French Culinary Institute next friday, April 17th. Please come to join me to prepare 1) Soramame no surinagashi (kelp stock based, clean and mellow sweet tasting, fava bean soup), haruyasai no shira-ae (spring vegetables with nutty and chunky tofu dressing), dorado no mushimono (kelp stock poached dorada) with bright yellow kimizu sauce, and rice topped with miso flavored ground lamb. After mastering the techniques you can enjoy these recipes with many other spring vegetables. Please visit; http://www.internationalculinarycenter.com/recreational_classes_landing.htm and SEE YOU THERE!
Please come to join the information packed, delicious and fun Basic sushi class, Advanced sushi class and Seasonal Japanese cooking class which I am offering at International Culinary Center, NYC on March 13th, 27th and April 17th. http://www.internationalculinarycenter.com/recreational_classes_sushi_basic.htm
http://www.internationalculinarycenter.com/recreational_classes_sushi_advanced.html
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