All posts tagged "Cooking Good"

  • Mediterranean Yasai Itame

    Photo © Elena Derevtsova   Many of us came back from summer vacation and have gained weight from too much eating and less physical activity.  This month’s recipe is especially dedicated to those with unwanted kilos to...

    • Posted August 30, 2010
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  • Raisin’ the bar

    Photo © Elena Derevtsova   As is the case in many households, we often buy more bread than we can finish and it always ends up being trashed.  Before it become stale, there are a hundred ways...

    • Posted May 27, 2010
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  • Helping out

    Photos © Elena Derevstova   Can a four-year-old cook and play? Naaah!  Well, four-year-old kiddie chef Marina proved us all wrong when she recently hosted a cooking party for little friends at home.  With the help of...

    • Posted April 29, 2010
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  • Scotch power

    Scotch Egg Pie  Equipment An oven, a good sharp knife for chopping, silicone pie moulds, cutting board, cup and pastry brush, pie weights (either metal beads or beans), saucepan and potato masher, steel mixing bowl and wooden...

    • Posted March 29, 2010
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  • Veggie delight

    Photo © Elena Derevstova   Is your family vegetarian? Here are two simple recipes that everyone will love.  Light, tasty and low in calories, it is a hearty meal by itself. Being a working mom, cooking healthy...

    • Posted February 27, 2010
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  • Valentine’s Day treats

    Valentine’s Day is upon us!  It’s a global day of love and affection, and the customary practice is to express that sweet emotion with… well, sweets. And yes, the candy companies are making it easy for us...

    • Posted January 30, 2010
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  • Hot pots

    As Tokyo’s temperatures dip into its annual coldest, keeping warm is the name of the game this January. Fortunately, Asian cuisine can help you through the chilly season by way of hot pots (and the kimchee cranks...

    • Posted December 29, 2009
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  • Ghostly goodies

    The time of year has come when mystical creatures roam the Earth, and the kids are bound to build up an appetite from all that running! (Parents are likely to as well, from chasing after them!) Rewarding...

    • Posted October 1, 2009
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  • Something fishy

    Salmon, commonly referred to as “the oily fish,” has always been regarded as an indispensable  food in Japan.  Not only is salmon rich in omega-3 fatty acids it is also a good source of vitamin D. Whichever...

    • Posted August 31, 2009
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  • Soy healthy (Tofu recipes)

    Tofu, or soy bean curd, is widely consumed in Japan for its rich high quality protein and B-vitamins.  It‘s everything you want food to be during warmer days – simple, light, and above all, healthy. Vegetarian Pad...

    • Posted June 29, 2009
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  • Traditional express meals

    Craving for something rare, quick and healthy? Try these simple, tasty, light and nutritious recipes at home and appreciate the medley of traditional flavours that characterize each tradition. Bon Appetit!    Photo © Elena Derevstova   Goya Champuru ...

    • Posted May 30, 2009
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  • Where to barbecue in Tokyo?

    The approaching summer season brings out the barbecue meister in dads and moms, but finding a spot to grill in Tokyo can be tough. TF to the rescue! Here are some places you can put another “shrimp...

    • Posted April 29, 2009
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  • Share the love

    APPLE CAKE For 6 servings   Ingredients • 4 good size apples • 180 grams sugar • 150 grams sifted flour • 100 grams melted butter • 3 eggs • 80 grams raisins • 50 grams pine...

    • Posted February 1, 2009
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  • Seasonal delights

    It’s holiday season. The candles are lit, a beautifully decorated table glittering with silver, glass and crackers awaits. Why not try some delicious alternatives to the traditional bird and pudding? Meat loaf fit for kings A traditional...

    • Posted November 29, 2008
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  • All the trimmings

    For the best holiday feast ever, follow our three-pronged plan for a dinner that everyone can be thankful for. Pop this lot on the table and just add friends and family for an unforgettable celebration. The traditional...

    • Posted November 4, 2008
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  • Hosting the Perfect Thanksgiving Dinner

    It's that time of the year again, where family and friends get together to gorge themselves silly under the guise of giving thanks for their many blessings. While celebrating this annual American holiday is always a delight...

    • Posted November 4, 2008
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  • The big ooze

    Baked pumpkin with ginger flavour cream filling Whether you’re planning a blood-curdling haunted house, a costume contest or a pumpkin-carving party, feed those hungry spirits with this hauntingly tasty Halloween special. Watch in horror as the tangy...

    • Posted October 1, 2008
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  • Lamb chops in aromatic herbs

    Inspired by the Mediterranean For the tastiest lamb chops you have ever tasted, try this elegant but easy dish with the perfect bitter salad to complement the savory flavour of the quirky marinade. INGREDIENTS • 400 grams...

    • Posted August 27, 2008
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  • Mixed bean salad with soy milk dressing

    Packed with protein and flavor

    • Posted June 1, 2008
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  • Going bananas

    This curious combination is guaranteed to please

    • Posted April 30, 2008
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  • Insalata di Fungi

    Healthy and quick to prepare, this month's recipe combines a medley of mouth-watering mushroom flavors and appetizing veggies that everyone in the family can enjoy.

    • Posted April 4, 2008
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