A Must-Try Mochi
During a recent trip to Japan, one afternoon I noticed people lined up at a small cart. When you see a line in Japan, generally it’s best to join it. Read more
Latest Stories by Mariko Jackson
So ‘egg’-cellent
When it comes to gatherings in Hawaii, the food table beats all other potlucks I’ve experienced in quantity and quality. Read more
A twist on poke
One of my favorite meals growing up was mabo tofu. Since it was easy to prepare, we had it regularly Read more
A summery salsa
During my second year of college, I found a salsa that became part of my regular routine. Read more
A fresh ‘fruit cereal’
A few years ago, “fruit cereal” became a trend — just a bowl of berries, ice cubes and coconut water. Read more
A superb sushi sandwich
I think since I was pregnant with my first child, I’ve been somewhat obsessed with sandwiches. Read more
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Blondies with a tangy twist
One might think I run a lilikoi-themed bakery out of my kitchen. I do my best to exercise restraint. Read more
A cure for custard craving
A well-meaning person told me that if you wait out a craving for 20 minutes, it will vanish. Read more
More rice is nice
After five years of being without a rice cooker, I really thought I was past the coveting stage. Read more
A case for cabbage
With the new year, you’re inevitably trying to make better choices and cutting out some of your vices. Read more
The best of both worlds
The shared experience of food in Hawaii is a beautiful thing. Read more
Satisfying that cornbread craving
One of my core cooking memories is the first big mistake I made while baking. Read more
A savory dish for pumpkin season
Since it’s pumpkin month, I’ve been devouring my fair share of the orange squash, that is to say, all of it. Read more
A golden, custardy cake
I’ve had a lot of pictures lately in my social media of the French invisible apple cake recipe. Read more
A grape-filled galette
I sometimes grocery shop as if I’m buying trinkets, rather than soon to be consumed goods. Read more
Light summer soba
Summer soba always makes an appearance at my house during these hot months. It’s refreshing, light and doesn’t feel as heavy as many noodle dishes. Read more
Mochi madness
We absolutely need more mochi recipes, with as many varieties as possible. Experimenting with mochiko flour is a common occurrence in my house. Read more
Try this ‘shrimply’ awesome boil
There’s a lot to be said for your workhorse kitchen tools. When people are talking to me about air fryers Read more
Take a ‘bao’
I discovered that there were frozen bao buns at the supermarket a few weeks ago. Read more
Doughy delights
A roasted sweet potato reminds me of Japan almost as much as a bowl of ramen, and definitely contains just as much enthusiasm. Read more
Cozy comfort food
Cooking can be done just by following directions, but having the familiarity and witnessing food chemistry in action is what elevates you to being a “cook.” Read more
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