TIP OF THE DAY: Adapting A Classic, Greek Nachos

[1] The Greek cousin of nachos (photos #1 and #2 © Chobani Greek Yogurt). [2] A delight for feta fans. [3] Ground cumin and whole cumin seeds (photo © Jiva Organics).   Today’s tip looks at adapting popular recipes to other cultures. As an example, we’re giving Tex-Mex nachos a Greek makeover—a fresh spin on…
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PRODUCT: Saffron Road Indian Cuisine

We interrupt our presentation of Cinco de Mayo recipes to bring you something new in global cuisines: Indian, Japanese, Moroccan and Thai. One of the founders of Stonyfield yogurt went on to found the American Halal Company. The company has nationally launched Saffon Road, its flagship brand. The stylish and tasty brand is the first…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Soba Noodles & Soba Noodle Salad Recipe

[1] Cold soba noodles typically are served on a flat plate like pasta; but here, they’re swirled into a stylish dome (photo © Lulu Durand | iStock Photo). [2] Hot soba ingredients with fried tofu cubes and edamame are American-inspired (photo © Sun Basket). [3] A classic preparation: cold soba noodles topped with shredded daikon…
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FOOD FUN: Sashimi Tacos Recipe & The History Of Sashimi

[1] Sashimi tacos at Haru restaurant in New York City (photo © Haru/RA Sushi). [2] Fill your taco shells with spicy tuna and/or spicy salmon. Here’s the recipe (photo © No Spoon Necessary). [3] Here, crisp sheets of nori are used instead of taco shells. Are they “open hand rolls,” “sashimi tacos,” or both (photo…
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Homemade Napa Cabbage Kimchi Recipe

We have a love for kimchi, Korean spicy preserved vegetables. We found ourselves buying many small packets of kimchi for $3.99 a pop. Then the light bulb turned on: These ingredients are very inexpensive and the finished product a long shelf life. Make it yourself! It’s easy, although time consuming; but we love making double…
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