RECIPE: Barack Obama Sushi

Barack Obama sushi by chef Ken Kawasuma. Photo courtesy MSN Japan.   Somehow we missed this back in 2009, and only recently came across it on the MSN Japan website. Sushi Chef Ken Kawasumi of Tokyo Sushi Academy took the 2009 championship title in Japan’s National Sushi Awards, with his sushi interpretation of President Barack…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Reasons To Use Superfine Sugar

Pick up some superfine sugar. It dissolves instantly in cold drinks. Photo courtesy Domino Sugar.   If you put sugar in iced tea or other cold beverages and cocktails, or make frosting, mousse or other uncooked desserts, you may want to pick up a box of superfine sugar. Superfine sugar, also known as ultrafine sugar…
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PRODUCT: Want’ems Wonton Chips

When we were growing up, chips meant potato chips or corn chips. Today, the chip aisle is bursting with choices. There are bean chips, nut chips, plantain chips, rice chips, tortilla chips and vegetable chips. And now, there are wonton chips. Inspired by the wonton strips served at Chinese restaurants (great for dipping in hot…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Different Foods To Grill

Try grilled halloumi cheese to start. Why not serve it with grilled romaine? Photo by Ina Peters | IST.   You know you can grill meat, seafood and fruit on the grill (see five grilled fruit recipes at the end of this article). You may also have tried grilling pizza (if not, try these grilled…
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