Hapanese Cuisine

Have you ever wondered where Alfredo sauce got its start? The story is actually surprisingly sweet and romantic. Historical accounts point to a man named Alfredo di Lelio, who lived in Rome during the early 1900s. When his wife was pregnant with their firstborn, he developed the recipe for fettuccine al triplo burro (fettuccine with… Continue reading Chicken Rotini Alfredo

Was anyone else a chicken tender fanatic as a kid? I definitely was. They’re crispy, juicy, hot, and a delicious handheld entree. Plus, they go great with everything! With this recipe, I wanted to capture all the nostalgia of the childhood favorite, but elevate it just a bit with the marinade. I let these soak… Continue reading Oven-Fried Chicken Tenders

[Just to note: I want this blog to be a distraction from all the chaos going on in the world. If you need a moment to breathe, you’re more than welcome here.] Have I ever mentioned how surprised I am by how versatile zucchini is? It’s delicious roasted with garlic, it fits great with stir… Continue reading Zucchini Lasagna

If you’ve known me for very long, you’ll know that I LOVE Indian food. I love the harmonious way that all the spices come together, the warmth and the heat of the flavors balanced with just the right ingredients to cool down, and the sheer variety involved. Seriously, Indian food is the only way I… Continue reading One-Pan Sweet Potato Tikka Masala

When you grow up hapa, it can be an interesting experience describing what your family eats to your friends. Many times, the dish is a completely foreign concept to the person I’m talking to, but there are a few tiny details that would still be familiar. Portuguese Sausage Musubi is a prime example of that.… Continue reading Portuguese Sausage Musubi

There’s really nothing like a good, juicy meatball. They’re rich, savory, and they add the perfect touch to a variety of recipes from around the world. You can make them out of any meat you can think of, or even mushrooms or your favorite plant-based protein, if you’re so inclined. I mentioned these in my… Continue reading Not-So-Basic Meatballs

Ah, the week after the holidays. The magic of that time of year has run its course for the season, and life is just about to return to normal. Maybe you’re deciding whether to take down your tree, maybe you’re wondering why the grandparents gave your kid the noisiest toys possible, and maybe you have… Continue reading Peppermint Chocolate Scones

I’ve never gone full keto, but I can definitely appreciate some of the concepts. I’ve especially embraced the idea of substituting zucchini for pasta. It’s light, it’s full of nutrients, and there are hundreds of ways to make it taste amazing. I started making Parmesan–Crusted Zucchini Bites a few months ago, when I was planning… Continue reading Parmesan-Crusted Zucchini Bites

You know, I’m pretty sure the only reason why people stayed up last night was to make sure that 2020 left. There were definitely some blessings (like the fact that I got to marry the love of my life!), but it’s been rough. The hubs and I had a quiet night at home—the biggest event… Continue reading Hapanese New Year’s Noodles

My husband’s job has his alarm going off at 5:30 most days. I’m not exactly what you would call “coherent” at that time of day, so I wanted to figure out some homemade breakfast options that wouldn’t require me waking up in the middle of the night to start prep. These Overnight Oats have been… Continue reading Overnight Oats