From million-year-old fossils and historic coal mines to the thrill of ice fishing on a frozen lake and carving through fresh powder on the slopes, Mikasa is a city that played a key role in shaping Hokkaido’s history. I’ve been living in Hokkaido for nearly five years, yet there’s still so much left to explore. […]
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Famous Artisanal Blue Bottle Coffee From California Is Opening In Singapore
The famous Blue Bottle Coffee is slated to open in Singapore in early 2025. This upscale American coffee roaster chain began in Oakland, California back in 2002. At its heart is a vow made by its founder to “only sell coffee less than 48 hours out of the roaster to [his] guests, so they may […]

Kimchi Dumplings – Rasa Malaysia
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my privacy policy. These homemade kimchi dumplings come together in 30 minutes with tangy kimchi, savory pork, and chewy sweet potato noodles wrapped in soft dumpling skins. Pan-fried until golden and crispy, they’re easy, delicious, and perfect for sharing. Serve with a simple dipping sauce, and they’ll be […]

Easy Pickled Red Onions – Mel’s Kitchen Cafe
These easy pickled red onions add a delicious tangy, sweet crunch to sandwiches, burgers, salads, and more! They keep well in the fridge for several weeks. Meet one of my favorite condiments in the entire world! Pickled onions make everything better, and they could not be easier to make. The Best Way to Thinly Slice […]

Seriously Good Shrimp Carbonara Recipe
I’m so excited to share this outrageously delicious shrimp carbonara! This shrimp pasta features perfectly cooked shrimp tossed with spaghetti in a creamy, silky, smooth carbonara sauce made with eggs, freshly grated cheese, and black pepper. It’s a guaranteed hit and so simple to make! If you are a pasta traditionalist, look away. If you […]

skillet-baked macaroni and cheese – smitten kitchen
Heat oven: To 375°F (190°C). Toast the crumbs: In a 10-inch ovenproof skillet (I’m using this one), melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat and add the breadcrumbs. Toast the crumbs in the butter, stirring, until they’re a light golden brown. Season with a pinch of salt and scrape crumbs into a dish […]

Guinness Brownies | The Recipe Critic
This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. Rich, fudgy, and packed with deep chocolate flavor, Guinness Brownies are a must-try for any dessert lover! The stout beer enhances the cocoa, adding a subtle, malty depth of flavor that makes these brownies rich and […]

Bitter Gourd Peel Puri Recipe by Archana’s Kitchen
To begin making the Bitter Gourd Peel Puri Recipe, mix all the ingredients into a bowl including whole wheat flour, gram flour, karela peel, caraway seeds, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder and salt. Add water slowly and knead it into a soft dough and keep it ready. Rest the dough for […]

Curry Leaves Powder | Curry Leaves Rice
Curry Leaves Powder a.k.a Karuveppilai Podi or Karivepaku Podi is a dry herby, spiced powder of fresh curry leaves that have been roasted and ground with roasted lentils and spices like dried red chilies, black pepper, asafetida and salt. This healthy spices & herb condiment mix comes from the South Indian cuisine. Along with this, […]

Miso Glazed Eggplant 茄子の味噌焼き • Just One Cookbook
My baked and broiled Miso Glazed Eggplant strikes a delicious balance of silky texture and sweet, umami flavor. It’s creamy in the middle with crisp edges and a bubbly, caramelized sauce on top. This satisfying vegan/vegetarian recipe is ready in only 30 minutes. Eggplant can be tricky to cook. When it’s done right, it has […]