Ochazuke (Green Tea Over Rice)
Ochazuke is a very simple dish of Japanese short grain rice, an assortment of ingredients, toppings and green tea. Its name is derived from “ocha”, which is tea in Japanese and “zuke”, which means...
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Growing up with a Japanese mother, Andy has extensive knowledge of Japanese culture, life and food. Originally from England, Andy started to train to be a chef after graduating university and moved to Japan to start his culinary journey. With his aim to run his own restaurant, he studied under Michelin star chef Namae Shinobu and Akihiro Nagao. He is now studying how to roast coffee in Northern Japan.
9 Popular Japanese Drinks
Japan is most commonly known for its culinary industry, a fantastic restaurant scene home to the largest number of Michelin-starred restaurants per capita, as well as the pride and care...
Top 25 Japanese Foods You Need to Try Out
Did you know that Japan is renowned as one of the finest countries in the culinary world? Its unique history and heritage have contributed to its people becoming obsessed with...
8 Types of Sushi Explained
Sushi is one of the most iconic dishes of Japan and has grown in popularity worldwide. With over 29 million tags, it is the 5th most tagged food on Instagram,...
Karaage: Japanese Fried Chicken
Karaage is one of Japan’s most popular dishes and a household favorite. The juicy and umami packed chicken is double fried to make it deliciously crispy. Marinating the chicken in...
Japanese Beef Tongue
Beef tongue is a common delicacy in Japan, most famous in the city of Sendai. It is commonly cooked over a charcoal grill, adding a delicious smoky flavor. Cooking it...
Homemade Miso Recipe
Miso is one of the staple ingredients in Japanese cuisine. You will find it in every household and restaurant, showing how pivotal it is to Japanese gastronomy. Miso is crated...
Ramen Recipe by Andy Cheng
Ramen is arguably Japan’s most famous dish. The deep broth combined with the noodles and succulent chashu make for a perfect dish. There are many variations of ramen throughout Japan,...
Okonomiyaki
Okonomiyaki is one of Osaka’s most famous dishes and a popular food throughout Japan. It is a savory-style pancake, topped with meat or shellfish. Throughout Japan, each region has its...
Sapporo Soup Curry Recipe
Sapporo or Hokkaido soup curry is a delicious alternative to the already tasty Japanese roux curry. It is a thin and watery soup but still packs a spicy punch. A...
Soba Recipe
Soba is a delicious light and refreshing noodle dish that can be eaten hot or cold. It is a very popular dish in Japan. The noodles are made with buckwheat...
Yakitori Recipe
Yakitori is traditionally skewered chicken in Japan, often glazed with a special yakitori sauce, and grilled over charcoal. There can be a variety of ingredients from meats, vegetables, and offal....
Kaisendon Recipe
Kaisendon is a bowl of Japanese rice served with a selection of raw fish and shellfish. It is the perfect dish for any seafood lover as it uses the freshest...
30 Asian Street Foods You Need To Try Out
Street food is synonymous with Asian cuisine. An integral part of many country’s ways of living, street food helps keep the hustle and bustle of every city alive. It’s a...
Top 30 Irresistible Asian Desserts
Asia is commonly known for its large rice and noodle culture, but there is so much more that must be experienced. Some of the most delicious and well-known desserts can...
35 Asian Foods You Absolutely Need to Try At Least Once
Asia is known for its rice and noodle culture and is home to some of the best food in the world. Asia is home to an amazingly diverse range of...
How to Cook Monkfish & What Does Monkfish Taste Like
Monkfish Taste Monkfish is known for having a similar taste and texture to lobster. The meaty flesh is mild and sweet, without being too fishy. This makes it perfect for...
Shirako: All About Cod & Fish Milt (Cooking, Taste)
Milt Taste Milt is the seminal fluid of fish and amphibious animals, which is soft and creamy with a slightly fishy taste. It can be compared to pork brains but...
All About Whelks (How to Cook, Taste)
What Does Whelk Taste Like? The meat of a whelk is similar to abalone, slightly chewy with a sweet and briny flavor. When cooked correctly, the sweetness can be resembled...
How to Cook Eel (Unagi), Eel Taste & More
Eels have a dark and snakelike appearance, with a taste similar to lobster, salmon or squid. It is naturally sweet and has a soft yet slightly firm texture providing a...
All about Abalone (Taste, Price, How to Cook)
What does Abalone Taste Like Abalone is widely known as being one of the most expensive shellfish in the world. The naturally buttery and salty taste, thanks to the seawater...
All About Horse Meat: History, Flavor, and Where It’s Eaten
History of Horse Meat There is a lot of controversy over the consumption of horse meat. It is largely reviled in some nations, such as the UK and parts of...
All About Whale Meat: Taste, Best Cuts, and How to Cook it
What does whale meat taste like? Whale meat can be described as a more gamey version of beef with the melt in the mouth texture of tuna. Depending on the...
40 Legendary Restaurants Across the World
There are a few restaurants throughout the world that offer an experience like no other. Food is a powerful sensory tool, evoking a chef’s life, childhood, and country’s background. These...