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Elevate any snack at a moment’s notice—and maybe attract some health and wealth in the New Year—with this candied kumquat recipe. Meet thekinkan (kumquat). Tiny, tart and tantalizing… you can get ahold of the small yet mighty kumquat at your local supermarket throughout winter in Japan. Not much larger than an olive, kinkan ranges from two to four centimeters in diameter. But despite their miniature size, kumquats are packed with flavor and nutrition; and unlike other citrus fruits, they’re often enjoyed whole—skin and all. Eaten raw, the thin, crunchy peel yields easily to the teeth, the oran...
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This is a delicious, healthy version of White Christmas! Not only is this seasonal snack gluten-free, dairy free and refined sugar-free but is filled with good heart-healthy fats, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals! It’s great at Christmas parties for kids (and big kids!) as a sugar-free traditional holiday treat. Here’s the recipe: Ingredients: 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut1/4 cup coconut cream*¾-1 cup mixed pistachios and macadamias¾-1 cup mixed dried cranberries and goji berries2 teaspoons vanilla2 teaspoon maple syrupMethod: 1. Roughly chop the nuts and put them aside2. Put the shre...
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Get berry beautiful skin with this seasonal smoothie bowl. Sometimes, natural remedies aren’t sufficient—and that’s totally cool. But, wherever possible, I’ve always tried to heal my body through good food. It’s almost June, which means it’s almost summer, which means it’s almost cherry season. That’s right, I live to eat. And guess what? Turns out cherries aren’t just delicious but they’re also super good for you, too. Cherries are one of the very few foods that contain natural melatonin, the hormone made by the small pineal gland in our brains. Melatonin helps regulate our sleep patterns and...
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Springtime in Japan is nothing short of wonderful. The sun shines bright, the trees are covered in flowers and newly sprouted leaves, and the days are getting longer. It's the perfect time to head out to the balcony, terrace, garden or park with a tasty, light and refreshing cocktail. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite concoctions to help you maximize your enjoyment of one of our favorite seasons. While not necessarily conventional, each of these gems is easy to make and uses ingredients that are readily available in Tokyo. 1. Umeshu CoolerUmeshu, or Japanese plum liqueur, is delicious both...
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