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Wellness & Recipes: Japanese Roots










Easy Ginger & Sesame Rice (Takikomi Gohan) : Gentle on the Stomach, No Dashi Needed
There’s rarely a time I don’t enjoy cooking.... but this summer has been different. I found myself avoiding the stove and craving simpler...


Japanese Summer Marinated Vegetable Salad
This light and flavorful marinated vegetable dish is a refreshing summer favorite in many Japanese households. Traditionally made with...


A Taste of Japanese Home: Mixed Rice with Seasonal Vegetables (Takikomi Gohan)
If you grew up in Japan, this seasoned rice dish" Takikomi Gohan" is likely a nostalgic favorite from home-cooked meals or school...


Salmon Open-Faced Sandwich
There’s something so satisfying about turning simple leftovers into a beautiful, nourishing meal. This Salmon Open-Faced Sandwich is one...


Pasta with Pan-Seared Tofu, Cherry Tomatoes & Greens
Each month, I create and share a 95% plant-based recipe with our cardiology clinic patients and care team. This simple, colorful pasta...


The French Madam’s Iced Tea Secret: A 21-Minute Steep with Japanese Grace
I recently came across an article about iced tea on the Japanese lifestyle online magazine, mi-mollet , and I couldn’t resist trying it....
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