Ready for Halloween? I've got my stash of green tea Kit Kat. Green tea Kit Kat: Kit Kat bars with green tea cream coating I found this batch at the local Japanese store. So every year, I see this vibrantly colored bag and think I've gotten exactly what I want: green tea + chocolate + crunchy wafer. And I get fooled all the time because there's no chocolate in these! What? Once I get over this surprise, it's still a pretty cool candy. Especially if I want matcha flavor with a crunch. It's … [Read more...]
Foodie Friday: Grapefruit Green Tea
June 10, 2016 Leave a Comment
Grapefruit green tea: yep, grapefruit juice mixed with tea Let me tell you. On a beautiful summer day (first day of summer = June 20th), there's nothing more desired than a glass of something refreshing. My latest fave? Green tea mixed with grapefruit juice. It's a great combo of tart and sweet. I guess it's a bit like an Arnold Palmer--but more Asian-style. Cheers! … [Read more...]
Foodie Friday First: Green Tea Dumplings
October 2, 2015 4 Comments
Green tea dumplings: dumplings with tea flavor If you're a regular reader of my blog, you know that I love green tea in all its forms (cake, mousse, etc.). So when I saw green tea dumplings on the menu at a local restaurant, I had to try them. The chefs were supposed to infuse green tea into the wrappers. Sadly, all the taste must have boiled off because I could only find the usual dough flavor. My verdict? Give this dish a pass. Any tea-flavored treats you enjoy? … [Read more...]
Foodie Friday: Green Tea Cake
March 14, 2014 7 Comments
Green tea cake: the beverage turned into a delicious cake Here's my tried and true way of celebrating: Cake! (Want a reason to party? How about my book as a finalist for Book of the Year Award?) Not just any type of cake will satisfy my cravings. My go-to is green tea cake. It's not too sweet, and I can indulge while convincing myself I'm stocking up on antioxidants. A swirl of whipped cream adds a hint of sweetness to this traditional … [Read more...]
