Next on my list of coffee spots to try in Hakodate was Tailored Coffee. Conveniently this sits a short walk from the Goryokaku fort and is right near the tram station. It’s a tiny little roaster that specialises in takeaway pour-over coffee. A cup is a very reasonable 540 yen (560 yen iced), which you can choose from any of the medium to dark roasts. They also have some special light roast beans, at which point the price jumps to 1200 - 1300 yen a cup. If you want to buy some beans, the medium…

“Love Your Farmers Market? Thank Wendell Berry”. Berry’s influence is not limited to farmers markets. To wit: Alice Waters, Michael Pollan, Slow Food, farm to table, regenerative agriculture, localism of various types. Some he directly influenced; some he gave language to.

I didn't get any garlic this year because I didn't have time to plant it last fall but I'm still going to have fresh garlic for another few months. How? You might assume I am in a transactional relationship with a produce manager. I'm not. I still have fresh garlic from last year. And the...Read More

So stoked to find these in the US. Way back I found the bowl versions up in Canada under a different name but the same graphics. Usually great stuff – let’s give it a try! Tang Master Pork Bone Japanese Rich Broth Ramen Noodle – China A distributor / import sticker (click to enlarge). Detail of the side panels (click to enlarge). Contains shellfish products. To prepare, To prepare, add in sachet contents and boiling water to line. Cover 3 minutes. Finally, stir and enjoy! Detail of the lid…

If you have been in the microbrand watch world for a while, you have probably seen PerpetuaL. This Hong Kong watchmaker was one of the original microbrands and has been… The post PerpetuaL Simple Classic SC-03 appeared first on The Time Bum.

Ina Garten’s Soppressata & Cheese in Puff Pastry has been in my regular rotation for 10+ years at this point! It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and my go-to whenever I’m short on time but want an appetizer that’s hearty and delicious! With just 5 ingredients, each one really pulls its weight – buttery, flaky puff pastry; tangy Dijon mustard; salty soppressata; and plenty of nutty, melty Gruyère. The mustard cuts through the richness, while the soppressata brings the right amount of meaty spice.…

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Umeboshi onigiri is one of the most classic Japanese rice balls. Plain onigiri with salty, sour pickled plums tucked inside makes for a simple but delicious combination. Growing up in Japan, umeboshi was a standard onigiri filling I often saw in Bento lunch boxes, convenience stores, and homemade meals. The umeboshi adds a perfect little touch of flavor without being ... The post Umeboshi Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls with Pickled Plum) appeared first on Chopstick Chronicles.

Recent Comments bouchon — Tony: “When you so carb-starved you make a blog post about the one day you eat carbs. Just teasing; Bouchon is legit, and indulgence is worth…”

This Small Batch Corn Casserole is the perfect blend of sweet corn, creamy texture, and golden, cheesy comfort. Made with simple pantry ingredients and baked until fluffy inside and lightly crisp around the edges, it's a cozy side dish that right at home on any table.Whether you are cooking for one or two, or just want a smaller, fuss-free version of a classic favorite, this easy corn casserole delivers big flavour in a perfectly sized dish. I was looking for a simple side dish to cook today…

heard that Meiji chocolate has invested in lab chocolate...kinda bummed by this because I like this brand the biggest peach seed ever! this was sweet but overripe!the rotten-est peach ever, boo! was bummed because the market had it packed "nicely" in a styrofoam nethate when they plastic wrap everything, so that you cannot inspect each fruit...looks like we will have rain for awhile...it is

The first of this three variety range I tried recently was really excellent – nice cheese and spicy broth. This one sounds very interesting – I wager it’ll either be awesome or real weird. Let’s find out! Otoki Stir-Fry Cheesy Ramen Cheddar & Mascarpone – United States Detail of the side panels (click to enlarge). Looks to be meat free but check for yourself. To prepare, add room temp water to line and microwave 4 minutes 30 seconds at 1000W. Add in sachet contents. Finally, stir and enjoy!…

August tricked me again this year. I was lulled into a lighter workload and relaxing weekends hiking the Maine coast, and then Labor Day hit. We’re hitting the ground running, honey. Suddenly, I’m wondering where the day went and discovering emails I drafted six hours ago but forgot to send, thanks to an ever-growing to-do list. This is the time of year when I want recipes that get me in and out of the kitchen without skimping on flavor. Luckily, Ina Garten has plenty of them, so I’m sharing 30…

Welcome to Secret Breakfast / The best place to start considering that affluence separates people, and that mythological creatures don't make for ethical nigiriHi there! Since The Odyssey hangover seems behind us, I think it's time I share this bookmark with you. The Lovers is an independent animated film that involves a reluctant seafood chef, an crucial dinner, and a trapped siren. You can watch that for free but do so only if you wanna be shaken. Disclaimer. This story bites and some of you…

At the outset of this series, I hadn't realised that each pair would include one pale ale and one something else. I suppose it shouldn't be surprising, statistically speaking. For the penultimate couple, we look north-westwards, to Lough Gill.Bright Eyed alleges it's a "bright IPA" but I don't know what it means by that, because it's far from clear: a hazy pale yellow colour. Bright rather than dark, maybe? Anyway, it's 6.6% ABV and uses Citra, Southern Cross and Dulcita hops. I don't know the…

This Roasted Root Vegetable Soup is the perfect cozy bowl for autumn, made with a colorful mix of carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, rutabaga, onions, and shallots, all roasted to perfection. Naturally sweet and caramelized. Blended with warm stock and seasoned simply with thyme, it creates a hearty, yet light, soup that's rich in flavor without being heavy.Easy to prepare, budget friendly, packed with fiber and vitamins, and easy to freeze, it's an ideal way to enjoy seasonal vegetables and a…

Tags: #food #sketches #gymThe treats they brought back were un-refusable. Ali had seen the message before Jan deleted it and tipped me off. Bouchon is one of the best bakeries around and so I surrendered my resistance and prepared for whatever they brought back to share. This would be a rare treat. Jeff divided and plated the first four items evenly into five portions, but one blueberry muffin piece fell and was lost. Not everyone agreed that the rule for things touching the floor is zero…

I feel like we’ve made Dorie’s brioche dough a zillion times now. Just from the pages of Baking with Dorie, we’ve used it for buns (both sticky and sandwich) and we’ve used it for babka (both chocolate and cheese). What we haven’t used it for, until now, is just a plain loaf of Brioche. Is it fair to call a loaf of brioche plain, though? It’s buttery and sweet and just plain irresistible straight out of the oven. This brioche is a two-day affair, the first day dedicated to making and chilling…

Tastes like Taro Mochi.

Did you know that you can order double macaroni at Hawaiian Bros and you still get the rice under the chicken for no extra charge? There’s nothing like that macaroni. #food #hulihuli #chicken #HawaiianBros #lifehacks

I must say – I really miss all of the amazing varieties I used to review from Taiwan. They’d show up quite often and were of such high quality. I’m hoping that maybe in this year, more will arrive to try! If you are producing dry noodle varieties in Taiwan, I really would love to hear from you. That being said, let’s take a look at this new version of The Ramen Rater’s Top Ten Instant Noodles Of All Time 2026 Edition! The Ramen Rater’s Top Ten Taiwanese Instant Noodles Of All Time 2026 Edition…

Imani wanted this cake for her wedding, only with bright lime green flowers instead of pink: She got this: Yeeeah. And Meredith asked for this design with little pumpkins instead of apples: ... but she got this: Preach. And finally, as a baker herself, Zoey decided to keep her wedding cake design SUPER simple to avoid potential wreckage: No piping required! Just plain frosted tiers and colored sugar crystals! Say it with me, now:What could possibly go wrong? Oooh, Sherlock, you so bad. Thanks…

Nok Suntaranon can do no wrong in my book. It’s been years since I’ve made it back to Philly, so I haven’t had a chance to revisit Kalaya, but she’s been keeping my taste buds very happy from afar as I work my way through her cookbook, Kalaya’s Southern Thai Kitchen. Her Chuchee Hoi Shell (Seared Scallops & Crabmeat in Yellow Curry Sauce) is one of those dishes that looks and taste like a major undertaking, but can be on the table in about 30 minutes if you keep a batch of Nok’s Kalaya House…

With over 27 years of experience in consuming and critiquing dosas from across South India, I consider it my personal responsibility to review and rank Bangalore's dosas each year, so that young, impressionable palates are able to differentiate hype from mastery. Before we rank them, let me share three things. First, I am a Kannadiga from Mangalore (and Udupi) by blood but I was raised in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Which means, unlike most of you, I love both sambars: the tangy, tamarind-forward,…

Sometimes the simplest meals are the ones which bring us the most comfort, and this Magic Chicken Pie is exactly that kind of recipe. Everything gets layered right into the dish - tender shredded chicken, vegetables, onion, cheese, a quick batter and a savoury soup mixture - and somehow, without stirring a thing, it bakes like magic into a golden, hearty pie that your whole family will fall in love with.Its easy, satisfying, and wonderfully old-fashioned, the sort of dish you make when you want…

Nuts Vessel is a treat that we received from friend Hiromi, when we saw them last monthIt is made by Sagamiya, we've tried some of their products in the pastI got a little worried when I read on the box that the caramel won't melt even in the heat of summer!And there is also a warning inside about being careful with your knife when cutting itSo, I broke it by handIt turned out that the caramel

We’re no strangers to prolific, year-round grilling since forever. A succession of Weber kettle grills–I’d say two over the last 30 years–have served us through sweltering summers and cold dark winters. This weekend is no exception. Last night, we had my parents over to celebrate Labor Day, for which I cooked a picanha roast, a Brazilian steakhouse cut of beef. I cooked it in a sous vide tank for about four hours at 129°F before searing it on the grill. Picanha is a roast cut from the top…

I baked an apple pie for the first time. I used a mixture of rice and oat flour and no sugar.

The link. The paragraph: Yes, I drank the ranch beer. And before I get into my thoughts, I need you to know: I. LOVE. RANCH. You know how some people put ketchup on everything? I’m the gal who puts ranch on everything. But I didn’t really know how that would translate here. Old Ranch Hand smells like onion, dill, and herbs—I’m pretty sure that’s mostly due to the ranch-seasoned rim, and not the beer itself. Assuming you get a bit of the seasoning on the rim as you sip, you’ll be rewarded with a…

A recipe for the classic French sauce Robert, served with goose. This is a rich, zippy mustard gravy that works well with most meats. Classic Sauce Robert is the latest post on Hunter Angler Gardener Cook.