“My mom is Japanese and for me, nothing beats a bowl of sushi rice and shoyu (soy sauce).”

“A simple mushroom risotto – soft rice, mushrooms, broth, and a little patience – warm, filling, and comforting.”

“In the winter I want something warm and filling, so I love making hearty soups with a bit of spice, like chicken tortilla soup or garlic white bean soup, with a chunk of toasted and buttered grainy bread on the side.”