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April 9, 2021 - Cooking, Hobbies

How to Kintsugi: 3 Step DIY Tutorial

For detailed instructions for How to Kintsugi in Japanese and English check out this DYI tutorial This is a 3 Step Turorial for our Minowa…
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February 9, 2021 - How to's

How to overcome cooking fatigue

As restaurants remain closed due to the covid-19 pandemic we are spending a lot of time in the kitchen. Many people are now dealing with…
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February 4, 2021 - Cooking tips

12 Cooking Tips You’d Wish You Learnt Sooner

We've done some research and come up with 13 cooking tips that will help any cook. Some of which you'd wish you learnt sooner.  …
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January 25, 2021 - Cooking, Hobbies

Valentine’s day ideas for quarantine

Don't let quarantine and social distancing stop you from celebrating Valentine's day with your significant other. Here are 10 Valentine's day ideas for quarantine to…
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January 21, 2021 - Cooking tips

Knife hacks for perfect cutting

In today's post we have selected 5 knife hacks for perfect cutting.   Knife hack 1: Use the spine of the knife The spine of…
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January 20, 2021 - Cooking, How to's, Recipes

How to make a charcuterie board

Charcuterie boards have become increasingly popular nowadays. Not only are they delicious and enjoyed by many, they also make for the perfect Instagram post. With…
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December 31, 2020 - Cooking, Equipment care, Safety in the kitchen

Best way to store kitchen knives around children

The kitchen is filled with appliances and utensils that can be dangerous to have around children. Kitchen knives are one of the main ones. Therefore,…
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December 23, 2020 - Cooking, How to's

How To Organise Your Fridge: Zero Waste

How many times has finding space for your groceries in the fridge felt like making a complicated jigsaw puzzle? If your answer is more than…
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December 17, 2020 - Cooking, How to's

How to Host An Unforgettable Dinner Party

It is no secret that hosting a dinner party can be very stressful. It involves countless tasks: setting the table, cooking a delicious meal, cleaning…

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December 3, 2020 - Cooking, How to's

How to cut onions without crying

It is a known fact around the world that cutting onions will make you cry. But have you ever stopped and asked yourself why this…
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October 28, 2020 - Safety in the kitchen

4 Knife Safety Tips

Here at Japana, we want to ensure our knives are used safely. This is why we have come up with 4 knife safety tips we…
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October 1, 2020 - Cooking tips

The four basic knife cuts everyone should master

In today’s article we have identified the four basic knife cuts every cook (both beginners and professionals) should know how to do: The slice The…
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May 12, 2020 - Safety in the kitchen

Kids And Knives In The Kitchen – Safety Tips

The kitchen is a welcoming place for kids. With so much magic happening there: parents rushing around, prepping meals, pulling colourful items from the shelves…
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May 3, 2020 - How to's

How to cut a pomegranate using a paring knife?

How do you cut a pomegranate using a knife without making a mess? Pomegranate is a beautiful fruit, with shiny red “jewels” called arils inside,…
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April 14, 2020 - Cooking tips

50 Greatest Cooking Tips (Of All Time)

We've gathered 50 best cooking tips from top chefs for you to enjoy. The smaller the item, the higher the baking temperature. For example, I…
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April 13, 2020 - How to's, Recipes

How To Make Sourdough Bread From Scratch (And Grow Your Own Starter)

Today's post is a step by step guide on how to make sourdough bread from scratch. With a recipe for sourdough bread and growing your…
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January 13, 2019 - How to's

How To Use Chopsticks Like A Pro

Learning to eat with chopsticks is inevitable if you’re planning to travel to Japan, North, or Southeast Asia. You don't even need to look that…
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August 28, 2017 - How to's

How To Fillet A Fish With A Japanese Knife (+ Video)

In today's article, we'd like to show you a step-by-step guide on the simplest way to fillet a fish using Japanese style knife - Deba.…
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June 14, 2017 - Cooking tips

15 Kitchen Tips Every Pro Cook Should Know

Today we’ve gathered for you the best 15 tips from professional chefs for that’ll save you time, money, and a whole lot of trouble. Enjoy! 1.…

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June 10, 2017 - How to's

How to Prepare Wagyu, The Most Expensive Steak Ever, At Home

The hardest part about making the world’s most insanely rich, ridiculously indulgent Wagyu steak at home? Paying for it. What makes Wagyu so expensive and desired…

Top 25 kitchen tricks every chef should know
June 4, 2017 - Cooking tips

Top 25 Kitchen Tricks That Will Help Any Aspiring Cook

Kitchen sometimes resembles a war field, especially if you are trying to prepare fancy dishes for your guests to come and have little time to…

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