Learn how to make plum syrup using Japanese “ume”. Ume syrup can be used to flavour drinks, shaved ice and yogurts. Perfect for summer!

Silken Tofu Salad is a delicious combination of tofu, tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado in a flavorful dressing. (vegan and gluten-free)

Ume Roasted Pepper bites are the perfect finger food. Serve as an entree at a party or serve alongside another meal.

Tasty Japanese style (wafu) pasta with chicken tender, shimeji mushrooms, and umeboshi, garnished with shiso leaves and shredded nori.

Enjoy the delicate fragrance and flavor of these plum flavored noodles, not to mention the lovely color.

Refreshing chilled cantaloupe soup with ume plum cream, marcona almonds and micro herbs.

Two pretty pink onigiri topped with kamaboko “ribbons” help raise awareness of breast cancer.

Chicken braised with cheek puckeringly tart umeboshi along with red perilla leaves makes for a colorful cross-cultural dish.

Homemade plum wine (umeshu) during Japan’s plum season.

Three tangy ume onigiri perfectly complement roasted asparagus and brussels sprouts in this chic adult bento.