New Year (正月, shōgatsu) is the most important holiday in Japan. Learn more about the foods, traditions, and various customs observed during this festive holiday.
READ: Japanese New Year お正月
Yosenabe is a classic Japanese hot pot made with a mix of chicken, seafood, tofu, and vegetables in a flavorful dashi-based broth.
READ: Yosenabe (Japanese Hot Pot) 寄せ鍋
Pickled Napa Cabbage (Tsukemono) is a refreshing Japanese side dish that's quick and easy to make! Enjoy with sesame or kombu flavor.
READ: Pickled Napa Cabbage 白菜の浅漬け
Carbon steel pans are durable, easy to maintain, and non-toxic. Learn how to season a carbon steel pan with these simple steps.
READ: How To Season A Carbon Steel Pan: Step By Step Guide
Top favorite matcha recipes you'll love from my Japanese kitchen. Discover the versatility of matcha green tea in everyday cooking and baking.
READ: 15 Matcha Recipes You Must Try At Home
Make this Hawaiian favorite—Furikake Chex Mix—for a holiday gift exchange, movie/game night, or potluck. It’s such a fun irresistible snack that will keep everyone munching!
READ: Furikake Chex Mix
Learn how to make your favorite sushi at home! Find sushi recipes including California roll, classic nigiri, temaki hand roll, etc.
READ: Best Sushi Recipes to Make At Home (How to Guide)
This Vegan Dashi, or Shiitake Kombu Dashi, is a plant-based Japanese soup stock made with umami-rich dried shiitake mushrooms and dried kelp.
READ: Vegan Dashi (Shiitake Kombu Dashi) 精進だし
Win a MINERAL B PRO Carbon Steel Fry Pan from de Buyer for your everyday cooking! 5 winners will be selected. {Holiday Giveaway} I’m super excited to partner with de Buyer to giveaway their MINERAL B PRO Carbon Steel Fry Pan to 5 lucky winners! This is the ONE pan that I use for pan-frying, ...
READ: de Buyer Carbon Steel Fry Pan Giveaway (US Only)
Introducing December 2022 JOC Cooking Challenge!
READ: JOC Cooking Challenge December 2022