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A beautiful bowl of layered colors and textures featuring diced salmon, fresh vegetables and nori strips on top of a bed of cauliflower rice.

Paleo Salmon Poke Bowl

Main Course - Japanese - January 21, 2023
A golden quiche topped with some fresh herbs and seeds, cut into 4 even pieces revealing chunks of butternut squash and shiitake mushrooms.

Butternut Squash and Shiitake Mushroom Chinese Quiche

Brunch - Chinese - January 28, 2023
A bed of roasted sweet potato and green beans, topped with perfectly cooked salmon coated in teriyaki sauce, sprinkled with sesame seeds and green onions.

Seasonal Paleo Salmon Teriyaki Bowl

Main Course - Japanese - January 29, 2023
A bed of chilled soba noodles with colorful veggies and shrimp tossed in sesame dressing

Chilled Soba Noodle Salad with Shrimp

Quick and Easy - Japanese - February 08, 2023
The dish features juicy and tender grilled chicken thighs, with a caramelized crust, and a vibrant green garnish of sliced spring onions and garlic chives on top. Served with steamed rice or grilled vegetables.

Chinese Style BBQ Chicken Thighs

BBQ - Chinese - March 06, 2023
A colorful stir fry with chunks of juicy honeydew melon, sliced chicken, and a variety of crisp vegetables, sprinkled with sesame seeds and served over steaming rice.

Honeydew Melon Chicken Stir Fry

Main Course - Chinese - April 04, 2023
A colorful bowl filled with cauliflower rice, spicy tuna, guacamole, pickled jalapeños, radishes and sprouts.

Spicy Tuna Cauliflower Rice Bowl with Guacamole

Main Course - Fusion - April 14, 2023
A colorful and vibrant combination of green asparagus and brown shiitake mushrooms over a bed of white jasmine rice.

Asparagus and Shiitake Mushroom Stir Fry

Main Course - Chinese - April 02, 2023
Bright green asparagus and earthy shiitake mushrooms on a bed of fluffy white rice, drizzled with soy sesame dressing

Asparagus and Mushroom Stir-fry Brunch

Brunch - Chinese - April 22, 2023
A golden-hued fried rice with browned pastrami slices, egg, julienne scallions, and ginger kimchi.

Pastrami Fried Rice

Main Course - Fusion - January 22, 2023
The salad is served in a large bowl with a base of crispy kale. Juicy orange slices are scattered on top, along with crunchy peanuts and sesame seeds. The dressing is drizzled over the entire salad, tying all the flavors together.

Chinese Kale Salad with Oranges and Peanuts

Main Course - Chinese - January 27, 2023
The dish consists of a bed of soba noodles, tossed in sesame-soy dressing, topped with seared salmon, fresh vegetables like cucumber and radish, and edible flowers for a pop of color.

Sesame Salmon Soba Noodles

Main Course - Japanese - February 02, 2023
A round, crispy pizza with sauce and melted cheese, topped with marinated bulgogi beef and spicy kimchi.

Bulgogi Beef and Kimchi Pizza

Main Course - Korean-American Fusion - February 09, 2023
A beautiful bowl of quinoa porridge topped with vibrant vegetables, poached eggs, and sesame seeds.

Quinoa Congee Bowl

Brunch - Chinese - June 03, 2023
A bed of soba noodles topped with snap peas, shiitake mushrooms, and scallions in savory sauce.

Soba Noodle Stir-Fry with Snap Peas and Shiitake Mushrooms

Quick and Easy - Japanese - June 04, 2023
A whole sea bass covered with sliced ginger and scallions, surrounded by a golden broth of soy sauce and sesame oil.

Cantonese-Style Steamed Sea Bass

Main Course - Chinese - June 14, 2023
A bed of sliced cucumbers and daikon topped with cooked mackerel fillet and drizzled with a tangy dressing.

Summer Mackerel Salad

Main Course - Japanese - June 18, 2023
Colorful grilled chicken and veggies with a spicy red marinade, served on a white plate.

Grilled Gochujang Chicken and Summer Vegetables

Main Course - Korean Fusion - June 23, 2023
The dish features thin slices of zucchini and scallions over a bed of rice with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Zucchini and Scallion Donburi

Main Course - Japanese - June 25, 2023
Plated dish featuring zucchini pancakes topped with a drizzle of soy dipping sauce, garnished with fresh herbs and sesame seeds.

Zucchini Pancakes with Soy Dipping Sauce

Brunch - Chinese - July 01, 2023
Layers of golden crispy eggplant slices stacked with vibrant avocado, juicy tomatoes, and a drizzle of tangy sesame dressing.

Crispy Miso Eggplant Stack

Main Course - Japanese - July 03, 2023
A beautifully glazed cod fillet on a bed of vibrant green cucumber slices topped with sesame seeds and chopped spring onions.

Miso-glazed Cod with Sesame Cucumber Salad

Main Course - Japanese - July 12, 2023
The Chinese scallion bread is a round flatbread, golden brown in color, with green specks of scallions peeking through the surface. When cut open, you can see layers of fluffy bread and a generous filling of scallions.

Chinese Scallion Bread

Main Course - Fusion - July 18, 2023
A colorful array of stir-fried vegetables in a glossy and flavorful sauce.

Summer Vegetable Stir-Fry

Quick and Easy - Chinese - July 23, 2023
A perfectly grilled miso-glazed salmon fillet served over a bed of vibrant green zucchini noodles, garnished with sesame seeds and fresh herbs.

Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Zucchini Noodles

Main Course - Japanese - August 03, 2023
A colorful blend of stir-fried seafood, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices, topped with a sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds.

Spicy Korean Seafood Stir-Fry

Main Course - Korean - August 08, 2023
A pristine ceramic serving bowl that holds a beautiful medley of colorful julienned vegetables and protein atop a mound of steamed, fluffy rice. The rim of the bowl is adorned with alternating specks of bright orange carrot, fresh green spinach, golden stir-fried beef, and ivory bean sprouts, converging at the center where a sunny-side-up egg sits gloriously with its yolk golden and glistening in the light.

Festive Korean Bibimbap

Main Course - Korean - August 15, 2023
The golden round crust of the bread catches the eye first, covered with speckles of toasted sesame seeds. Slices of celery peep through the top crust, their vibrant green contrasting beautifully with the golden brown. The bread has some exposed crumbled tofu, underlining its rustic charm.

Celery-Gochujang Galette Bread

Brunch - Fusion - September 06, 2023
A pair of chopsticks lay diagonally across a bold, dark plate brimming with hues of bright purple cabbage, orange carrot, and crisp green broccoli atop a bed of hearty soba noodles. The dish is garnished with emerald-green chopped scallions and toasted sesame seeds, creating a visual feast.

Seductive Sesame Soba and Rainbow Veggies

Main Course - Japanese - September 12, 2023
The finished plate is an artwork of warm hues, with golden, hickory-smoked potatoes nestled on a bed of vibrant purple cabbage slaw. It's embellished by sunset-orange droplets of chili oil, a drizzle of creamy white sesame aioli and a sprinkle of strikingly green spring onions.

Hickory Smoked BBQ Asian Fusion Potatoes

BBQ - Fusion - November 14, 2023
A vibrant palette of greens, reds, and whites mix together in a beautifully plated dish. The dark insistent green of the Escarole contrasts with the cheerful whites of the rice pearls and the fiery reds of the thinly sliced peppers. The mix is topped with shiny pomegranate seeds and a sprinkle of black sesame for the perfect Instagram-worthy shot.

Fiery Thai Escarole Salad

Salad - Thai - December 22, 2023
Toasted pieces of golden lobster nest in warm sesame and honey glaze shine brightly against a vibrant green bed of roughly torn coriander and mint, crisped-up shallots, and dashes of pomegranate jewels. Pearlescent avocado slices, glistening with lime and salt, begin to tumble over the edge of a cumulus mound of sticky coconut rice. A winter medley painted on a neutral-hued ceramic plate.

Vietnamese Toasted Lobster with Frost-Kissed Avocado Salad

Brunch - Vietnamese - December 23, 2023
A dark ceramic bowl filled with a golden soup, garnished with green pak choi leaves, charred corn kernels, and finely sliced leeks. The steam dancing from the soup adds a cozy aura. A lime wedge on the side ready to be squeezed.

Asian-Inspired Leek & Corn Soup with Miso

Soup - Fusion - December 24, 2023
Two bronzed pork chops resting on a white ceramic plate, encrusted with a vibrant red and crisp pear kimchi. The glistening chops are topped with a luscious drizzle of barbeque sauce, and garnished with black sesame seeds and fresh sprigs of cilantro. On the side, there's a small serving of creamy mashed sweet potatoes, offering a seductive pop of orange.

Grilled Pear Kimchi Pork Chops

Main Course - Korean - January 02, 2024
An overflowing bowl of bright and colorful cauliflower fried rice with neat slices of crispy chicken sitting on top. Garnished with fresh green scallions and spots of golden sesame, enriching the color palette. The vibrant yellows, greens, and browns bring out a warmth, contrasting with the white chicken slices.

Cauliflower Fried Rice with Crispy Five-Spice Chicken

Main Course - Chinese - January 15, 2024
This appealing dish features a bed of cauliflower 'rice' at the bottom, topped with neatly arranged sections of colorful vegetables - sauteed mushrooms, blanched spinach, julienned carrots, and ribbons of cucumber for a refreshing crunch. At the center, caramelized Korean BBQ beef adds a luscious bronzed tone, crowned by a sunny-side-up egg with a perfectly runny yolk; tiny touches of sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions sprinkled for a polished finish.

Low-Carb Korean BBQ Beef Bibimbap with Cauliflower Rice

Main Course - Korean - February 03, 2024
The dish forms an array of colors against the stark white, round plate: the golden yellow of the scrambled eggs and creamy white specks of soft tofu blending harmoniously. The vibrant green sprinkle of scallions, along with ruby drops of spicy chili oil add a hint of excitement.

Silken Tofu and Garlic Scrambled Eggs

Brunch - Chinese - February 17, 2024
A majestic pyramid of golden-browned jiaozi dumplings stands tall on an ornate red plate. The dumplings, seared to perfection, shimmer under soft light, their pleats elegant and uniform. Bright green chives and a contrasting crimson dipping sauce finish the gourmet tableau.

Jiaozi Dumpling Pyramid

Main Course - Chinese - February 10, 2024
A vibrant dish with steaming swirls of tender pasta coated in the glossy, reddish glow of Gochujang sauce. Steamed broccoli florets are scattered across, evoking the sight of blooming blossoms. A sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a pleasing contrast.

Broccoli Blossom Gochujang Pasta

Main Course - Fusion - February 23, 2024
A vibrant mix of clams and colorful vegetables sit atop a platter, garnished with fresh herbs. The creamy clams provide a soft contrast to the bold greens, reds, yellows, and purples of the veggies. A drizzle of vibrant red chili oil and a sprinkle of white sesame seeds add the finishing touch.

Clams and Spring Vegetable Stir-Fry

Brunch - Chinese - March 16, 2024
A bright turquoise bowl, overflowing with rich seafood broth that bathes soft chunks of tofu, vibrant shrimp, and mussels. Delicate cabbage rolls, filled with a mixture of minced chicken and vegetables, rest on top. A sprinkling of crisp, green scallions and a splash of red gochugaru falling on the surface adds the final touch of visual appeal.

Seafood Jjigae with Cabbage Rolls

Brunch - Korean - March 30, 2024
A picturesque array of vibrant veggies and glistening nettles atop steamy, white rice in a deep, stoneware bowl. A sunny-side-up egg, with its gleaming, golden yolk, sits at the center while gochujang spice mix gives the dish a fiery red border. Garnished with black sesame seeds and green onion slices sprinkled on top for a photogenic finish.

Nettle Bibimbap

Main course - Korean - April 14, 2024
A criminally tempting, soul-soothing broth, chock-full of loads of pink, succulent shrimps, vibrant green Bok Choy, and glistening slivers of ginger, served in an elegant white or blue bowl, provides an enticing contrast that is visibly pleasing against a rustic wooden backdrop. A ceramic spoon, dished up with this culinary magic sits on the side, waiting to be savored.

Springtime Shrimp and Bok Choy Soup

Main Course - Chinese - May 01, 2024
A visual feast of ruby-skinned new potatoes, with burnt-auburn miso glaze flecks, paired with fresh silhouette of thinly sliced radishes and asparagus, speckled with black and white sesame seeds. All nestled on a cool, white plate.

Crunchy Miso-Glazed New Potatoes with Asparagus Radish Salad

Main Course - Japanese - May 02, 2024
A brightly colored salad bursting with beautiful harmonious contrasts: deep pink slices of seared tuna rest over a bed of deep green dandelion leaves and light green cucumber slices. Dark buckwheat soba noodles weave through the salad, speckled with jet-black sesame seeds. On the side, a dollop of wasabi adds a pop of light green and a specially prepared sake cup holds the glistening yuzu-sesame dressing.

Tuna Tataki and Dandelion Green Soba Salad

Main Course - Japanese - May 22, 2024