Pesto at its best is fresh, piquant, zingy, creamy, and surprisingly luxurious. It’s comforting for me to know…
Mother-In-Law’s Recipe for Turkish Kofte
There was a time when I was married to a lovely Turkish man and that meant summers in…
Pakomen (排骨拉麺): The Comfort Food of Japanese Prime Ministers
This dish of spare rib ramen—that the Japanese call pakomen (and if you read the kanji, it would…
Capitol Hotel Tokyu, a fabulous city hotel
Choosing a hotel in a big city is always a tricky thing. Do you choose style over substance…
Classic British Flapjacks
I have a thing for British food personalities. Maybe I’m drawn to their accent, the way they speak…
The Red Rooster in Harlem
In the heart of Harlem, a new restaurant called Red Rooster is quietly making waves. During a…
Seasonal simplicity: Lunch at JAAN and a conversation with chef Julien Royer
My girlfriend K has been a wonderful companion on my journey through the restaurant scene here in Singapore…
A quick chat with Hossan Leong
I’ve known Hossan Leong for quite a while now. I really admire his determination and his passion, both…
Family Food: Easy Roasted Vegetable and Quinoa Salad
If you’ve been put off by bland tasting quinoa salads (as I have), this recipe for roasted vegetable…
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