Japan – The Lemon Grove

crop unrecognizable woman touching bowl with traditional ramen soup

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Feelings for a bowl of Ramen

Cooking and eating should make you feel something, hope or an emotion. I felt great cooking this ramen.

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DECEMBER 21: Winter Solstice

Across the world the passing of Winter Solstice, the year’s shortest day, is celebrated in many ways, although few make use of citrus

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Memories of Kabu and a Japanese masterclass

A vigorous swirl of finely battoned turnip in a generous splash of vinegar, rice is best, and chemistry takes over. The once clear bowl is suddenly vivid purple. Let it rest for a few minutes and then a forkful of this fresh, bright vegetable is irresistible. Taking small bites, you feel energised, fresh and wanting […]