Somen–Japanese-style cold noodles with toppings–so good on a warm day!

Kimchi adds a new dimension to fish tacos!

Brown Rice Medley from Trader Joe’s–A nice change from white rice.

Making dinner to take to a mother with a newborn doesn’t always turn out perfectly–culinary disaster averted.

A new manju–baked Japanese sweet–from Fugetsu-Do for Children’s Day in the shape of a koi!

A creamy salad dressing made with avocado, cilantro, pepitas, cotija cheese and lemon & lime juices.

A light, flaky cookie made with sour cream in the dough and cinnamon sugar and pecans in the filling.

A hearty, quick and simple stew made with ground turkey, potatoes, green beans and tomatoes.

Glorified Leftovers or–Turkey Tetrazzini with spinach and fennel.

A crisp cucumber salad with saifun–Chinese clear noodles made from mung beans–in a light sesame dressing.

A baked potato stuffed with caramelized onions, mushrooms and barley.

Pizza Pot Pie–Spicy sausage and pepperoni in marinara sauce with a baguette crust. Delicious!

Sekihan from Fugetsu-Do- Japanese sticky rice and red beans–a tradition for family celebrations!

Deviled eggs for Easter!

Green Chile Posole–A soup flavored with pork, chicken and hominy, with an array of fresh vegetable condiments.

A look at the sweets from Fugetsu-Do, LA’s oldest Japanese confectionary.

Mexican Cocido – A savory soup made with beef short ribs and an array of vegetables.

Roasted brussel sprouts with sesame miso dressing.

Peppers stuffed with vegetables, barley and quinoa, topped with cheese.

Grilled asparagus, basil and shredded carrots wrapped with prosciutto.

Lasagna Soup–with creste di gallo pasta and Thai basil.

Chinese Barbecued Pork- oven roasted with a sweet and savory sauce.