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Treats from Japan #2

Posted on January 2, 2012 by K

A quick update on more treats from Japan.  Thanks KK for the treats. Tokyo Banana I had a pleasant surprise when I opened the box of Tokyo banana. There was a Tokyo banana keychain inside as a 20th anniversary giveaway.  … Continue reading →

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Treats from Japan – The Travelling Ramen

Posted on October 2, 2011 by K

Another nice gift from S – She made us a Twiceasdelicious instant cup noodle from the Momofuku Ando Instant Ramen Museum! Momofuku Ando is the inventor of instant noodles and the founder of Nissin Food Product Co. Look at the … Continue reading →

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Treats from Japan #1

Posted on August 27, 2011 by K

P & I received a truckload of tidbits fresh from Japan recently – Thank you S! Tokyo Banana K:  This is a very popular snack typically sold only in Tokyo due to its short shelf life.  The sponge cake is … Continue reading →

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Katsuobushi (Bonito Flakes) – A Fond Childhood Memory

Posted on August 14, 2011 by K

Do you know where bonito flakes came from? My first experience with what we affectionately called the “dancing fish flakes” was when takoyaki was introduced in Singapore during my Secondary days. My friends and I will queue up faithfully for the … Continue reading →

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