Inside the Kitchen: Local Produce, Timeless Technique
Inside the Kitchen: Local Produce, Timeless Technique Have you ever wondered what really makes a meal special? For us at Midori, it begins with where our food comes from. Every…
The Sake Etiquette You Might Not Know: What Is āTeājakuā?
The Sake Etiquette You Might Not Know: What Is āTeājakuā? In Japanese drinking culture, thereās a quiet rule that carries a lot of meaning: never pour sake for yourself. This…
Quirky Japanese Food Facts That Might Surprise You
Quirky Japanese Food Facts That Might Surprise You Japanās food culture is playful, surprising and full of little stories that make it way more fun than just sushi or ramen….
Did you know you shouldnāt boil miso?
Did you know you shouldnāt boil miso? Miso soup might seem like a simple dish, but thereās one small detail that makes a big difference: youāre not meant to boil…
Umi no Hi ā Marine Day: Japanās Quiet Celebration of the Sea
Umi no Hi ā Marine Day: Japanās Quiet Celebration of the Sea Did you know Japan has a national holiday dedicated entirely to the ocean?Every July, the country celebrates Umi…
Autumn in Australia vs. Japan Whatās Different? š
Autumn in Australia vs. Japan Whatās Different? š Autumn has arrived in Gold Coast! While we enjoy the cooler breeze and golden afternoons, have you ever wondered what autumn is…
Japanese Words That Sound Likeā¦ Well, Sound! (Part 2)
Japanese Words That Sound Likeā¦ Well, Sound! (Part 2) In Part 1, (linkar o part 1) we explored sounds related to food and daily life. Now, letās dive into even…
Why do the Japanese sit on the floor to eat?
Why do the Japanese sit on the floor to eat? Even today, many Japanese people prefer to sit on the floor for their meals, which might seem a bit unusual…
Japanese Words That Sound Likeā¦ Well, sound!
Japanese Words That Sound Likeā¦ Well, sound! Did you know that Japanese has a huge collection of words that mimic sounds? These words, called onomatopoeia, are used every day in…
Gyoza: A Crispy Tale You Need to Know!
Gyoza: A Crispy Tale You Need to Know! Today, letās explore gyoza, a beloved dish in Japanese cuisine, with roots that actually trace back to China. It consists of thin…