I don’t use breadcrumbs a lot in my cooking, but at some point I always need them. For instance, I have a great recipe for …
HOW TO MAKE BREADCRUMBS

Some people eat chicken soup when they are sick. But growing up, whenever I was sick my mom use to make chao, a Vietnamese rice …
With colder weather around the corner, hot meals are on my mind. I recently whipped up this hot spicy coconut chicken curry dish when my …
These rolls are a perfect choice for a healthy vegetarian meal. I used bulgur since it’s a great substitute for rice and because I love …
Having Korean friends and neighbors has great benefits. We get to invite ourselves over for amazing dinners, and have access to a tour guide to …
I discovered this spicy pork sausage & rice cake dish during my first visit to David Chang’s Momofuku Ssäm Bar restaurant in New York City, …
bánh mì thịt nướng (Vietnamese sandwich with grilled pork chop) Banh mi is my favorite kind of sandwich. It was created in Vietnam during French colonial …
Over the holidays, we hosted a large group of friends and family for a potluck style dinner. My neighbor and good friend Sungmee brought a …
The traditional way of making thit nuong is to cut the meat into 2-3 inch strips, then marinade the meat and grill it in between …
Nuoc mau (pronounced ‘nook mao’, originating from south Vietnam) is the irresistible caramel syrup that is key to many traditional Vietnamese dishes. It is especially …
As a regular accouterment of Vietnamese cuisine, pickled daikon and carrots are great as a little side nibble with your rice and meat dishes or …
As much as we love meat, I tend to cook vegetarian dishes at home during the week to stay healthy and environmentally friendly. Tofu is …
This is a simple but tasty tofu dish that works well alone as a snack, or as part of a Asian-themed meal.
The great thing about spring rolls is that they are delicious, easy to make, and you can fill them with whatever you like. The following …
This beautiful and healthy starter will impress your guests and it is super easy to prepare. You really can’t go wrong making it. It is …
Spring rolls are a favorite in our home, and we eat them throughout the year. Loaded with vegetables and herbs, they taste fresh and have …
I clearly remember my first time eating kimchi. I was backpacking in Vietnam in 2004 and had never heard about kimchi, or for that matter …
Nuoc chanh (also known as ‘limeade’) is one of the most popular drinks in Vietnam, and is a refreshing way to cool down in the …
Zucchinis are in season right now and will be for another month. Celebrate the zucchini season by making delicious fritters. I added sweet potato in …
You have probably heard of quinoa before, but you probably didn’t know that it is a close relative to beetroot, spinach and tumbleweeds (it is …
This salad is one of my favorites from the Vietnamese cuisine. It is fresh, easy to make and a little addicting. The flavors of salt, …
These delicious little rolls are inspired by the Indian samosas. This inspiration came from my friend Sofia. An exact recipe is not really needed – …
This simple vegetable has an amazing presentation when cut lengthwise down the stem, and is filled with flavor. I sauté these on a pan with …
Recently I have had the opportunity to take cooking lessons from Mama Le’s Kitchen (a.k.a. my mum). She taught herself how to cook the Vietnamese …
In another post I wrote about how to cook flæskesteg (Danish pork roast). If you have some leftover flæskesteg, you can make this dish very …
I don’t use breadcrumbs a lot in my cooking, but at some point I always need them. For instance, I have a great recipe for …
There is nothing better than to wake up to a beautiful sunny morning, and the best way to start my day is with a smoothie. …
Danish Smørrebrød (Clockwise starting from the left corner) Smoked salmon with dill dressing and capers on white bread Leverpostej ( Danish liver pate) with roasted …
This lemon juicer is one of my favorite kitchen tools. It’s easy to use, clean, and it can squeeze most of the juice out of …
This recipe is a favorite among all my friends, and of course my husband. I was not a big soup eater until I tried this …
When I was a kid growing up in Denmark these little pepper nuts where a tradition to eat around Christmas. I remember when I was …
Recently my husband complained about a sore throat and a cough, and it was a coincidence that I found this recipe for homemade cough medicine …
I had never seen a pastry blender before until my friend Estelle whipped out that crazy looking weapon. I make a lot of quiche and …
My good friend Estelle is an awesome baker. She is an expert in crust, and whether it is for a pie or for a quiche, she …
Have you ever wondered if there is an easier way to remove the seeds of a pomegranate? I just discovered how easy it is. DIRECTIONS: …
Last weekend hurricane Sandy decided to stop by and I was forced to stay inside. The nasty cold, rainy and grey weather made me crave …
My friend Allison ordered a spicy nut mix at the Soho House in New York. I was addicted and completely obsessed with these nuts. The …
I have finally decided to start a blog about food, recipes and some favorite advice on health and kitchen tools. Some of my friends have …