Oxtails… Pt 1

Oxtail stew is amazing. I think it is probably my favorite dish to order at Caribbean restaurants. Luckily for me, about a mile away from where I was staying in Pittsburgh was the Royal Caribbean Restaurant (128 Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15229). It is a small colorful restaurant with a very friendly staff and a [...]

Tofu, Seaweed, Spinach Soup

Here’s a recipe for a healthy light soup. It is quick and simple. Ingredients: 8 ounces of soft tofu (cut into little cubes) baby spinach 1 ounce dried seaweed (wakame) 2 quarts chicken or vegetable broth 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon minced garlic 2 tablespoon minced ginger salt and pepper, to taste (some sliced [...]

Kimchi Stew (Kimchi jjigae)

Winter weather can really get to me sometimes. I would find myself waddling around the apartment in a heavy fleece robe and thick winter socks, and still feeling a little bit chilly. Here’s a dish that’s perfect for minus degree weather. This recipe is from my roommate. This is a Korean dish that is easy [...]