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Miang Kham: Betel Leaves Two Ways
Some of the dishes, I particularly loved from Longrain in Melbourne (sadly, it is now closed permanently after trading for 15 years)...
Claire Ritchie


Poké Bowl with Salmon Floss and Crab Stick (Isolation Style)
It has been many weeks since we last went out grocery shopping. Our family has managed to order most of our groceries online for home...
Claire Ritchie


Crispy Whole Snapper with Tamarind, Roasted Rice Powder and Lime Dipping Sauce
A couple of weeks ago, just before Melbourne’s Lockdown #6, we were fortunately enough to be able to catch up with some old friends in...
Claire Ritchie


Japanese Soy Sauce Cured Egg Yolk しょうゆ漬け卵黄
There are many ways to use up your left over egg yolks, and one of the laziest and easiest (not to mention delicious) methods is soy...
Claire Ritchie


Furikake
When you make dashi, you end up having leftover bonito flakes and kombu. I am a big fan of no (or minimal) food wastage, and try to work...
Claire Ritchie


Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls) with Salmon or Tuna Floss
Travelling to Japan was one of the most rewarding culinary experiences I have had. Upon arriving at Narita Airport, my stomach was...
Claire Ritchie


Japanese Salmon or Tuna Floss
As we are still living in the strange times of Covid-induced isolation, I find I'm using more protein packed in a tin. This is a recipe...
Claire Ritchie


Hong Kong Style Borscht Soup
Lately I have been watching a lot of news items about the situation in Hong Kong. It was such a wonderful vibrant city when I was growing...
Claire Ritchie


Japanese Soy Sauce Braised Pork Belly (Kakuni)
There is something special and very comforting about this melt-in-your-mouth pork belly dish. I love pork belly and I love soy sauce,...
Claire Ritchie


Vietnamese Lemongrass Beef with Rice Vermicelli Noodle Salad
My uncle is a Vietnamese chef who works in the iconic Ben's Vietnamese and Chinese Restaurant in Brisbane. One of the perks of having a...
Claire Ritchie


Cantonese (Hong Kong) Chilli Oil
Years ago, when I was still in high school in Hong Kong, my friends and I often visited noodle houses, especially during the winter...
Claire Ritchie


Thai Red Curry Chicken
One of the most classic Thai dishes which I turn into a one pot wonder with lots of healthy veggies. You can prepare the freshly made red...
Claire Ritchie
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