As far as French cuisine goes, my repertoire pretty much starts and ends with ratatouille. And the French would probably be upset with my version of it,… Read more “Ratatouille”
Author: Kari James
Kari James is a researcher, therapist, and education specialist.
Gamja jorim (Korean braised potato dish)
Gamja jorim is a simple braised potato dish that’s easy to make, and satisfying to eat. It’s traditionally made with potato, but can be made with sweet… Read more “Gamja jorim (Korean braised potato dish)”
Heartwarming rice porridge
When I’m feeling under the weather is when my body seems to know what’s best for me. Aside from rest and relaxation, it tells me precisely what… Read more “Heartwarming rice porridge”
Banana & cinnamon compote
Compote is the ultimate sweet comfort food that’s also a sickbed soother, and pretty much works as baby food as well! Perhaps that’s why it’s so comforting… Read more “Banana & cinnamon compote”
Nectarine dipping sauce (riff off plum sauce)
I came up with this riff off a traditional Chinese plum sauce one day when I made up a batch of cold rolls, and needed something to… Read more “Nectarine dipping sauce (riff off plum sauce)”
Peanutty Thai-inspired cold rolls
I came up with these one day because I was just craving something fresh and light, but snacky not salady… A quick rummage through the cupboards revealed… Read more “Peanutty Thai-inspired cold rolls”
Curry risotto
I’m not sure if curry risotto is a socially acceptable concoction, but I just got a craving for it out of the blue one day, and came… Read more “Curry risotto”
Honey-soy not-chicken
Honey-soy chicken is probably one of those westernized Chinese favourites that I’m not sure is even a thing in China… I’d never even thought to try it… Read more “Honey-soy not-chicken”
Miso-glazed eggplant
Umami, that Japanesiest of Japanese flavours, that fifth flavour world beyond the sweet, salty, sour and bitter we’re so familiar with… If you want a dish that… Read more “Miso-glazed eggplant”
Pumpkin & tomato risotto
Risotto, that most elegant of comfort foods… need I say more? If you’re a risotto fan, you’re sold on this already 😉 The first risotto recipe I… Read more “Pumpkin & tomato risotto”
Post-Apocalyptic Kitchen 