Following a hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic, contributor Lucien Jung is back with more beloved recipes that local residents remember from childhood. In this episode, he joins Hiroko Kawai who ...

If you can make a pot of tea, you can infuse sake. It’s not only an excellent aperitif but also a good match with spicy dishes such as satay or curry -- and if you’re looking for a change from mimosas ...

The best new idea in cocktails for spring -- fruit-infused sake -- is all about freshness. Take a spirit with a short (two-week) shelf life, infuse the freshest fruits in it, and the result is ...

Tear mint sprig and drop into a cocktail shaker. Add 4 cucumber slices and simple syrup. Hand-press with a muddler. Add vodka, sake and lime juice. Fill shaker with ice, and shake vigorously for 6 ...

1. Combine sake, mirin and sugar in a saucepan and cook until alcohol is evaporated and sugar dissolved, about 2 to 3 minutes. Whisk in miso and cool. 2. Cut fish into 4 even pieces and place in a ...

Cook soba noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain and rinse in cold water. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add white ...

There's no denying that sake isn't just for sushi anymore. Not only will it pair with many other dinner dishes, but you can also use it as a liquor swap for low-alcohol by volume (ABV) cocktails. For ...

A staple in Japanese cooking, miso is a paste made from fermented soy beans. There are several varieties available and each has a unique flavor profile rich in umami. Here, white miso is paired with ...

Grill master Steven Raichlen's umami-rich barbecue sauce is made largely from pantry staples and comes together in just 10 minutes. At once sweet, savory, and tangy, it adds incredible depth of flavor ...