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January 2018: Hello

January 22, 2018February 26, 2018Eating Out, For Your Information, Local VancouverLeave a Comment

Relaxation is an Art: we can all learn from Snoopy

Hello and How are you?

Finally have a little time to catch up!

I will be on Ms. Deborah Moore’s show on Fairchild AM1470 Tuesday January 23rd at 1030am sharp, hope you can tune in.

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Celebrated Japanese New Year with my extended family at my in-laws:

Sansho Pepper Roast boneless Prime Rib with organic black mushroom jus

Clams yuzu butter udon

Mom’s “Not Real Sushi” California Roll

Sockeye salmon sashimi with seaweed, wasabi mayo and ponzu

Japanese stewed carrots, konnyaku, lotus root and taro

Charcuterie and Cheese selection from Oyama Sausage

Lettuce wrap from my sister-in law, and Homemade Lemon fromage (lemon, gelatin, sugar, eggs and whipped cream and there’s no cheese) , it is a Danish citron mousse, prepared by her Mom

Aburi Salmon Battera Sushi: Sushi making class through Chef Taka (check his Facebook Page)

New wish list: kitchen torch and battera sushi mold

Participated in an Adult Nutrition tour at Pricemart Supermarket (Richmond, BC) through Libra Nutrition

Thanks to Amy for an informative session; check out their schedule

A couple Saturday afternoons enjoying a Hoji-cha Latte at Handworks Coffee Studio (7705 6th Street, Burnaby, BC)

Handworks also carries some quaint household and stationary items from Japan

Two visits to the new DiBeppe Restaurant in Gastown (8 West Cordova, Vancouver, BC)

Cacio e pepe – Cheese and pepper spaghetti at DiBeppe

Second visit: we shared a salad (radicchio, frisee, pickled peppers, mixed greens, shavings of romano, chickpeas in a bright vinaigrette), also enjoyed the pasta pomodoro

Hot pot with friends at Dolar Shop (720-5300 No. 3 Road, Richmond)

I had the mildly spicy pickled cabbage and fish soup base – I love we can choose our own soup

Trio of signature fish, prawn and beef paste to make into balls for hotpot

Better yet… having Japanese and Chinese hot pot with friends, the best kind of gathering during the cold winter season:

Japanese dashi base with daikon (previously we also added sake kasu); selection of vegetables,meats and main focus on seafood (manila clams, Dungeness crab, razor clams)

The highlight was Razor clams (from New Zealand) purchased at local supermarket (T & T Supermarket), succulent and tender, it was really worthwhile.

Best Hot pot condiment: Betty King Sauce

Razor clams from New Zealand: a splurge for this hot pot gathering; succulent and tender, it took less than 30 seconds to cook!

Betty King Sauce – best with hot pot – you can find her selling on Facebook/Instagram

Hello…Every day is a Good Journey

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Hello and how are you doing? After a two month hiatus, back to my regular schedule!!

Want to know what have I been up to the past two months? On Wednesday June 22nd, 2016 I will be on Ms. Deborah Moore’s radio show on Fairchild Radio 1470 at 10:30am sharp! Here’s an outline for the program (subject to change and not in particular order)!

If you have any feedback or recommendations, I would love to hear from you! Drop me a line anytime at goldenapron@gmail.com (OO)

WE LOVE FISH AND PORK: Father’s Day

Father’s Day menu: Oven roasted sablefish with mushroom “jus”, sea asparagus, nori and green onion, steamed broccoli and roasted brussel sprouts, sister in law’s potato salad, deep fried pork cutlet “cubes” with spicy sweet and sour tomato sauce (think outside of the box), Fresh shrimp and garlic stem ‘scramble”, and a side of healthy wild rice blend.

Recipe: Sake Kasu and Miso Sablefish (black cod): (See other posting for recipe)

IMG_2137 (1) — Homemade: Oven roasted Sable fish with shiitake/shimeji “jus” , bok choy, sea asparagus, nori and green onion

My sources: Seafood City (Granville Island), Fujiya (Clark Drive, Vancouver), Vancouver Island Salt Company…

Check out Betty King Sauce (www.bettykingsauce.com) if you want a spicy kick for any dishes!

The return of sushi bars to Vancouver: Sushi Maumi (1226 Bute Street (and Davie)

For nigiri sushi lovers only; a small 10-seat restaurant, reservations required (three sittings 6 , 730 and 9), fresh fish from Japan and I love their anago tempura!

http://www.facebook.com/sushibarmaumi

Rustic Italian Fare: Osteria Salvio Volpe (Fraser and Kingsway)

Rustic Italian food focus on family style dining, fresh pasta and meats cooked in wood fire grill, love their roast chicken! Simple rustic tasty foods, friendly service and great atmosphere. Reservations recommended.

http://www.saviovolpe.com

Bingsoo time! We love desserts in Vancouver: Snowy Village (two locations; Robson Street in Vancouver and Alexandra Road in Richmond)

My hubby loves their bingsoos and we have been back four times already…

February 17 Radio Show: Stay “Warm” with Noodles and Stay “Cool” with Icecream

February 17, 2016Eating Out, For Your Information, Local Vancouver, Uncategorized, VegetarianLeave a Comment

Happy CNY! Chinese New Year’s Eve Dinner at home: Broiled Threadfin Bream from Seafood City, Japanese style braised mushrooms on pea sprouts, eight grain rice with cauliflower and garlic stems, Crispy Siu Yuk (Roast Pork), Soy Sauce Free Range Chicken and Duck

Happy CNY! How’s your 2016 so far?

On February 17th I will be on Ms. Deborah Moore’s radio show on Fairchild Radio 1470 at 10:30am sharp! Here’s an outline for the program (subject to change and not in particular order): Stay warm with “noodles” and stay cool with “ice-cream”.

The most talked about vegetarian ramen on instagram, it’s really delicious: Ramen Man 841 Bidwell Street, Vancouver, BC

Aosa “sea Lettuce” Ramen and it’s all about chicken broth: On the same street at a different block: Marutama Ramen 780 Bidwell Street, Vancouver, BC

http://www.japanesenoodle.com

Is it worth the wait? Tsukemen at Sanpoutei Ramen: 160-4328 No. 3 Road (the newest building next to Parker Place)

http://www.sanpoutei.ca

East Meets West = West Coast Cool at Tangram Creamery (check my blog review), 2729 Arbutus Street, Vancouver, BC

Old time favourite: Xiao Long Bao and Tan Tan Noodles at Top Shanghai Cuisine 120-5880 Ackroyd Road, Richmond, BC

…Coming in March and April:

http://www.centre.nikkeiplace.org/sushi

http://www.dinnerpartyyvr.com

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