ASIAN EATS

Oh, boy—obento! These cute, yummy, healthy lunches are all the rage in Japan, where mothers think of them as an expression of love for their children. Learn More

Contrary to popular belief the modern Japanese diet is not as lite as one might think. The Worry-free Kitchen is Japan's answer to lowering calories and fat while indulging in the dishes that keep Asia going. Learn More

You’ve drizzled the addictively spicy chili sauce over your breakfast eggs, noodles, and French fries, but now it’s time to take your Sriracha obsession to bold, new heights. Learn More

Based on Korea's legendary condiment, Mother-in-Law’s Kimchi is taking America by storm with its vibrant, versatile balance of flavor and just the right amount of spice. Making kimchi is the next frontier for anyone who enjoys DIY food projects, and homemade kimchi is a must-have for connoisseurs of the beloved Korean pickle. Learn More

Everyday millions of Japanese people, young and old, leave their homes with a bento in hand. Bento (boxed lunches) are handmade every morning packed with tender-loving care to give their recipients a warm-hearted well-needed boast to finish off the day. Learn More

Even though we know that babies and children learn primarily through their senses, American babies are still eating mushy food from a jar--at a time when their brains are growing exponentially and they are most open to trying new things. Learn More

Serious yet comical, exhaustively detailed yet endlessly entertaining, Oishinbo is a fascinating, addictive journey through the world of cooking and food culture. Learn More

In this volume of Oishinbo, Yamaoka and company look into the single most essential food in Japanese cuisine: rice. Learn More

When you can float through the air and conjure up monsters out of ectoplasm, you're bound to attract atteWeekly Time magazine sets up a series of culinary battles between the T zai News's 'Ultimate Menu,' represented by Yamaoka, and the Teito Times's 'Supreme Menu,' represented by Kaibara Y zan, Yamaoka's father and nemesis. The ingredient this time is vegetables, specifically cabbages and turnips. Who will win the Vegetable Showdown? Learn More