Simple Japanese Recipes
Matcha Tres Leches Cake is a delightful Japanese twist to a favorite Mexican cake. What is Tres Leches Cake? Tres Leches means “three milks” in Spanish and uses a combination of condensed milk, evaporated milk, and regular cow’s milk to make a spongey cake that’s soaked through in a sweet, […]
Love gratin? Then give doria a try! Doria uses rice instead of pasta and is just as comforting and cozy. This creamy kimchi doria is silky and full of umami! What is doria? Doria falls under yoshoku, Japanese Western-style food, and is a baked rice casserole dish. It is very […]
Don’t have a Japanese store nearby or easy access to Japanese/Asian ingredients? Here are some online stores where you can get Japanese ingredients and snacks online! One of the most common questions I get as a Japanese food creator is “Where can I buy Japanese ingredients online?” I know it’s […]
This miso hot chocolate recipe is a unique way to jazz up a classic, warm cup of hot chocolate. Let’s start 2021 off with something fun! There is nothing more cozy than drinking hot chocolate in cold weather, am I right? I’ve also been making a ton of salted warm […]
Transform your toast: this anko butter toast is an easy, non-traditional Japanese breakfast! Anko Butter Toast, also known as Ogura Toast, originated in Nagoya but can now be found in households, cafes, and breakfast-joints all across Japan. The key is in the ingredients This simple dish is comprised of 3 […]
It’s the season for giving so I wanted to share some of my favorite things that I think would be great gifts for the people you love, especially if they love food, cooking, or Japanese things! 1. Chafinity – Organic Matcha Essentials Matcha always makes a beautiful gift. It’s both […]
Hi! I'm Sylvia Wakana, a half-Japanese, half-American girl living between Los Angeles & Tokyo! I love cats and mugs and love sharing Japanese culture through FOOD!