Agar, the popular stabilizing, setting, jelling, and thickening agent, is the key ingredient in most Japanese desserts. Let’s dig into the article to discover more..
While we love a good butternut or acorn squash, kabocha squash is the definite winter squash go-to whenever it’s available. What Does Kabocha Squash Taste..
Nameko mushrooms, known scientifically as Pholiota microspora, are a popular ingredient throughout Japan where they are beloved for their uniquely slippery texture and earthy sweet..
Ever wondered what those twisted-looking winter vegetables are that are easily mistaken for Gemelli pasta? Read on to uncover the many mysteries revolving around crosne,..
Spearmint, the aromatic herb from the Lamiaceae family, goes by multiple names including lamb mint, common mint, Our Lady’s Mint, and garden mint. The prefix..
Fluffy, soft, and flavorsome, taftoon is a staple bread from Persian and Pakistani cuisine that’s devoured as a side with delicious curries, stews, and soups. ..
Tender, elastic, and sour, banku is a dish of boiled dough balls that are traditionally served alongside sizzling-hot grilled fish, shito (hot sauce), shitor din..