An authentic Korean Hotteok recipe for a delightfully comforting treat Korean sweet pancakes, better known as Hotteok, are among the most beloved street foods in Korea. They warm hands and hearts during the cold winter months, unlike the summertime mango bingsu. This enduring treat is eaten with your hands, warming […]
Desserts
Dorayaki: Japanese Red Bean Pancake Sandwich Recipe
Discover a delicious recipe for making Japanese Dorayaki—a super fluffy Japanese pancake that looks like an American pancake, but is filled with a sweet paste, sandwich-style. Sweet treat Dorayaki: What is it? Dorayaki is a Japanese dessert made of two soft, sweet pancakes sandwiched together with a filling of sweet […]
Air Fryer Egg Custard (Silky & Easy)
If you’re looking for a simple and delicious way to use your air fryer, look no further! Here’s an easy, exquisite recipe that’s sure to delight. This dessert made with milk, eggs, and sugar is a classic reimagined for the air fryer. Not only is it quick to make, but […]
Gyeongdan – Korean Sweet Rice Balls
You know Japanese mochi? Well, in the same vein, in Korean cuisine we have Gyeongdan. Small, cute, filled with a delicious red bean paste and coated in delicious powders, they will delight your end of meals (or your late-night snacks, I’m not judging) This recipe was contributed by Flav, you […]
Authentic American Carrot Cake
My American mom’s carrot cake recipe for a divinely moist cake For Europeans, I know the idea of carrots + cake doesn’t exactly set the heart racing. But as an American, I grew up with it (and, for my friends reading this, you know it’s been my birthday cake since […]
Authentic American Brownies
Discover my American mom’s brownie recipe: simple, quick, and just SO good and comforting When I was little, I grew up on my mom’s brownies. She made them for every occasion: bad weather? Brownies. Guests coming over? Brownies and cookies for dessert. A birthday? Brownies. Anyway, that’s enough storytelling. This […]
Authentic American Pancakes (Fluffy & Classic)
A simple, delicious pancake recipe that makes this American classic easy to master—perfect for making your Sunday brunches even better I can’t claim to be half American without sharing a truly delicious pancake recipe. The ancestors of ultra-airy Japanese pancakes, these are still wonderfully fluffy, just in a different way—and […]
Deep-Fried Oreos (Better Than the Fair)
For those who’ve been following me for a while, you already know I’m half American cuisine. Here on the site, I’ve already treated you to my mom’s classic American cookies (one of the blog’s most popular recipes !), cinnamon rolls, and even the Big Mac recipe. Long story short, today we’re […]
Traditional Chinese Mooncakes (月饼)
Mooncakes, also known as moon cakes, are an iconic delicacy of the Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival) in China. According to legend, they played a role in the 14th century rebellion against the Mongols: secret messages were hidden inside and distributed to coordinate the uprising. Today, mooncakes are filled with red […]
Taro Paste
Taro paste is a versatile condiment used in many Asian recipes thanks to its unique flavor and color. The ingredients? Taro and sugar. Asian pastry chefs love it, and it’s used in countless desserts. You’ll also find taro bubble tea, which has become popular worldwide. Ways to Use Taro Paste […]