Posts Tagged ‘food’
Tako Yaki
Do you like tako yaki? They are a Japanese dumpling with baby octopus inside and mayo and fish shavings on top. They were first made popular in the Taisho era ( around 1912-1926) in Osaka and since then have become a very popular side dish or take away food in Japan. For [Read More]
Japanese Bento Box My Favourites
Ever stuck for inspiration on lunch boxes? I seem to never get the lunch box right! So I decided to ‘get smart’ and do some research! The lunch box or obento is somthing that is traditionally divided up into two parts – half the box with rice and half the [Read More]
Wedding Food, Tokyo Disney
Have you ever wondered what type of foods you might order if you were planning a wedding at Tokyo Disney? These foods were suggested by one of the hotels and look absolutely wonderful! I wish I could book a wedding just for the culinary experience! Nice looking beef burger [Read More]
Play-Doh, Sushi Nendo
Play-Doh had its 50th anniversary in 2005 and has been a huge hit over the decades with kids. In Japan, the Play-Doh is called nendo. It has also been a great success. However, it is always wonderful to see how imported goods, ideas and concept to Japan can be well-adapted [Read More]
Japan & the Giant Peach
Peaches play a key role in Japanese tradition. One of the most notable heroes in Japanese folklore was the little peach boy, Momotaro, who was born from within an enormous peach floating down a stream. Then there is “Momo no Sekku” – Peach Blossom Festival [Read More]
Kraft Takes Cadbury? Nestle's Kit Kat Strategy
Chocolate will be on the minds of many in the business world today with the food giant, Kraft making a bid for Cadbury. I am sure that other players such as Nestle will be watching closely. Nestle is one of my favourite chocolate companies because it makes KitKats! One of [Read More]
