Our October 22nd private cooking demo for the Sunshine Sisters featured a comforting bowl of Salmon Chowder w/ Miso & Oat Milk — a modern twist on Japanese recipes blending miso’s savory depth with the creaminess of oat milk. Balanced with salmon, vegetables, and gentle umami, it captured the warmth of autumn in every bowl.

Our October 11th demo featured a two-part donabe experience — Ishikari Nabe, a salmon hot pot from Hokkaido simmered in miso-butter broth, followed by Ojiya, a soothing rice porridge created from its remaining broth. Together, they captured the spirit of Japanese recipes: simple, nourishing, and beautifully complete.

Our September 20th demo featured a comforting Japanese recipe: Shrimp & Kabocha with Sesame Miso Hot Pot. Layered with nutty miso, earthy mushrooms, sweet kabocha, and briny shrimp, this dish shows how donabe cooking brings out balanced, seasonal flavors.

Fresh salmon, seasonal vegetables, and sushi rice come together in this colorful chirashi bowl, inspired by Japanese recipes that celebrate balance and simplicity. A bright yuzu-ponzu dressing and toasted sesame seeds finish the dish, making it light, nourishing, and full of umami—perfect for enjoying sushi flavors at home.

Miso Garlic Shrimp Tacos with Wasabi Crema bring together Japanese and Mexican flavors in a bright, umami-rich fusion dish. Juicy miso-marinated shrimp are seared to perfection, layered with crisp cabbage and radish, and finished with a tangy wasabi-lime crema. A sprinkle of crunchy furikake and togarashi adds texture and heat, making this taco a bold yet balanced recipe perfect for summer nights.

Cool, crisp, and full of flavor—these Japanese recipes feature succulent shrimp, fresh vegetables, and vibrant sauces. From the creamy heat of chili mayo to the citrusy brightness of yuzu ponzu, each bite offers a refreshing balance of textures and tastes, perfect for summer dining.