Just five days after the grand opening of the soon-to-be karaage hotspot of Seattle, COVID-19 forced Chef Shota Nakajima to close the doors of his new restaurant, Taku. This would be a challenging feat for any chef or restaurateur to overcome, but fortunately for Chef Shota, culinary excellence is in […]
Spring
Weekly Meal Plan: Gluten-Free and Soy-Free Recipes Perfect for Spring!
When you’re plant-based, it’s so easy to simply substitute meat and dairy with plant-based protein and non-dairy milk. Simple, right? However, if you’re gluten-free and soy-free, it suddenly becomes a bit more difficult, especially because soy and gluten are usually the main ingredients in most plant-based proteins (think tofu scrambles, […]
This ravioli and asparagus recipe gets lightened up for spring with a toasted almond broth
Heidi Swanson knows the feeling. Her latest book, “Super Natural Simple,” comes “from a busy time in my life,” she writes. She and her husband, Wayne Bremser, moved from San Francisco to Los Angeles while she was working on the book, and they bounced from one Airbnb kitchen to another […]
6 light and bright soup recipes for spring
Spring isn’t necessarily the time of year you naturally associate with soup but if you haven’t tried making it with fresh, seasonal produce you are seriously missing out! Packed with flavor and nutrients, these sensational soup recipes come together quickly and will result in a great lunch, snack or dinner […]
Weekly Meal Plan: High Protein Spring Recipes to Keep You Fueled All Season Long!
Spring is officially here, which means you might be craving some more fresh, crispy meals! These meals are made with vegetables but pack a punch from the serving of protein! These high-protein meals will keep you fueled all season long! We also highly recommend downloading the Food Monster App — with […]
Weekly Meal Plan: Vibrant Healthy Spring Recipes to Enjoy!
Spring is here and it’s time for fresh recipes! These recipes use citrus as a brightening flavor, whether it’s a sprinkle of lime juice or even made with citrus itself. Try out these recipes and get ready for a fresher taste! Have you ever added a spritz of lime juice […]
Recipes to celebrate the arrival of spring
With Passover now underway, Easter just a week away and temperatures staying above 72 degrees these days, it’s starting to officially feel like spring in L.A. To kick it off, I created an Easter-ish menu that celebrates the ingredients that remind me of the season and holiday: lamb, new potatoes, […]
7 fresh recipe ideas to celebrate the start of spring
Spring starts tomorrow and the new season brings with it more sunshine, more opportunities to spend time outdoors and of course plenty of bountiful produce. Whether you’re an expert home chef or more of a dabbler, spring is the perfect time to visit a farmers market and try out a […]
How to make simple seasonal recipes for a taste of spring
These recipes make spring veggies the star of your meal. March 19, 2021, 8:16 AM • 8 min read Springtime is here, and to celebrate we’ve rounded up a handful of delicious dishes made with fresh ingredients that pair perfectly with a sunny spring day. A tray of fresh radishes, […]
13 Spring Recipes to Add to Your Cooking List
The arrival of spring is always a most-welcome event, but, this year, its approach feels even more deserving of celebration. In honor of the warmer weather, bright blooms and vibrant farmers’ markets on the horizon, you can and should make these ultimate spring dishes from NYT Cooking, which make the […]