Kimchi is the best-known Korean staple that I grew up with. It is a spicy fermented cabbage dish packed with vitamin C and probiotics. It used to be an important fall ritual to prepare for Kimchi that would sustain Koreans throughout winter when fresh vegetables were rare. It is Popeye's spinach for Koreans. If I have a bowl of rice, roasted seaweed, and Kimchi, I'm happy as a clam. Kimchi is more than a side dish and the most versatile dish I can think of. It provides a

If you are adventurous, yet intolerant of spicy food, I have some suggestion for you: Ancho chili. In this recipe, I use Ancho chili powder and avocado to add a small dose of Mexican flavors to the traditional bibimbap. Seemingly small changes can bring fresh excitement to things that are all too familiar to us, helping us discover something new. The Ancho refers to the dried Poblano, a mild chili pepper originating in Mexico. What is unique about the Ancho is its fruity s

It is that time of the year. Still thinking about simple, home-made gifts? Here is an idea for you. What about delicious cookies that smell like holidays? Those loaded with healthy ingredients, but NOT with calories. Yes. They do exist... This recipe for almond cookies was inspired by biscotti and Springerle cookies. When I first tried Springerle cookies, I fell in love with the anise seeds that flavor them. Their fruity aroma instantly transports me to festive holida

Have you dreamed of guilt-free AND mouthwatering chocolate chip cookies? You've come to the right place. This recipe creates soft, chocolaty, fruity, nutty, and wholesome cookies that stay moist and flavorful at room temperature up to a week much better than most home-made cookies made of butter. Because these cookies travel so well, you can pack them up for an emergency breakfast or snack just in case you get hungry in late afternoons before dinner. Once you get used to the