As the season of giving approaches, more people are realizing that the best gifts don’t just bring joy to the receiver—they also make a difference in the world. In 2025, conscious consumerism continues to shape how we shop, reminding us that every purchase holds the power to create impact. Whether it’s empowering artisans in developing […]

Before I even recovered from my 12-hour time change, I headed to a Japanese Cooking Class on my first day in Tokyo (because that’s what I do when I first arrive in a new country). After an intense walk through the crowded Tsukiji Fish Market, where “tuna fish” is more of a prized commodity than food, I arrived […]

As I teach cooking classes across the US, often times students ask me about “must have” kitchen equipment. While you don’t need to have all the handy-dandy gadgets that have come about on the Home Shopping Network, there are a few things that do make life easier. And they don’t need to break the bank […]