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The opening of Mister Donuts in Tokyo was like winning Willie Wonka’s golden ticket and a 3-day pass to Disney World. No more sugar glazed bread circles stuffed into plastic bags pretending to be donuts. Mister Donuts were like real American donuts. The chocolate donuts tasted like firm chocolate cake. More food fantasies were fulfilled with the appearance of Dunkin’ Donuts. My favorites were the pastel cream filled donuts. Krispy... Read Full Article41 |
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Japanese Trains Made Simple #JapanTravel
Japan’s trains appear to possess superpowers. Rarely are they delayed. Few and far between are the accidents. Most are meticulously clean.
The bullet “Shinkansen” trains are the fastest and the sleekest in the world. Elegance and grace are another hallmark of shinkansen. Conductors and tea trolley ladies bow upon entering a train car. The experience is sublime. When you are... Read Full Article42 |
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A First Class Trip to Asia via Beverly Hills / ロスの絶景で楽しむアジアの最高料理とおもてなし
LA's La Cienega buzzes with traffic. Smart drivers stop at Shan’s Social House. Hopping out of the car, the customers step into a serene Japanese garden. The elegant door opens and diners are greeted with a sincere smile. Any seat in the restaurant shows off the high-end Asian décor. Every dish is made with high-quality ingredients. ... Read Full Article43 |
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Ree Drummond, the redheaded Pioneer Woman smiles at me from the cover of People magazine. Like many Americans, I’m enchanted with the Manhattan marketing maven who traded her high heels in for cowboy boots. Skyscrapers disappeared and so did her strict vegan diet. A dashing Ladd Drummond swept Ree off her feet and onto his ranch.
The Food Network star rejected her Pawhuska, Oklahoma small town roots in her youth. Fame as a globetrotting... Read Full Article44 |
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Dancing with the Flavors of the World
世界の高級グルメをお届け
My World on a Plate is currently the darling catering company of Hollywood’s celebs and event planners. Each dish and dessert spotlights flavors from around the globe. The CIA (Culinary Institute of America) trained chef; Keven Lee is the mastermind behind client faves such as Green Tea Anglaise topped White Chocolate Bread Pudding. Chef Keven perfected his chocolatier and pastry... Read Full Article45 |
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The Cookie Monster prepared a former Japanese boss for his life in America. Sesame Street’s approach to English language basics is fun! My hope is that my Matcha Monster Rice Krispies introduces essentials to successful travel to and business in Japan in a delicious manner. Japanese friends living abroad will also appreciate your awesome awareness of their culture.
Matcha Rice Krispies may look to be a no-brainer treat. Well, that... Read Full Article46 |
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Enter the Blue Zone at Go Greek Yogurt
ブリュー・ゾーンのゴ・グリーク・ヨーグルト
Iconic filmmaker Frank Capra’s Shangri-La is fiction. His movie depicts a land of harmony and long life. Turns out there are places on planet Earth where health and happiness reign. They are referred to as Blue Zones. Okinawa is one. Ikaria Island in Greece is another. 1 out of 3 Ikaria’s residents live into their 90s. Dementia and depression are rare.
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Disney magic weaves itself into Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cupcakes for Sunday Supper!
Pumpkin by itself is, well, pumpkin. Add sugar, spice, everything nice to pumpkin cupcake batter and now we’re talking. The apartment takes on the aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg and pie spice getting cozy with pumpkin.
As all things pumpkin arrive with autumn, I join the pumpkin mania parade. Pumpkin Chocolate Cake, Pumpkin Chocolate Pocky Muffins and M &... Read Full Article48 |
