For many Japanese families, mochi pounding is a New Year's tradition believed to bring good fortune and long life. In Kailua, ...

The National Police Agency and the Fire and Disaster Management Agency are urging elderly people to be careful when eating mochi rice cakes during the New Year holidays. The appeal is made every year ...

New Year's Day is often celebrated with traditional, symbolic foods across the world. Find out what makes this Japanese soup ...

Get ready for fall with this easy pumpkin spice mochi recipe. This simple Japanese dessert is the perfect way to enjoy the flavors of pumpkin spice season!

Here are 15 holiday happenings for Dec. 25 through Jan. 1, 2026. When: Until 1 p.m. Christmas Day, Dec. 25 Where: King ...

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Kyoyo Haus' thoughtful dessert composition and presentation make it one of the most exciting new spots in the area.

Learn how to make your own mochi ice cream balls at home, mango or pistachio take your pick. You will need a bamboo steamer basket. To make the mango and passionfruit mochi ice cream, first, freeze ...

After running takeaway joints in Reservoir and Kensington, Jollof Vibe chef-owner Evette Quoibia opens a bigger, casual ...

Jollof Vibe chef-owner Evette Quoibia graduates from two takeaway venues to a casual restaurant in Flemington.

Eat like a winner - Nobu Los Angeles is offering a Golden Globes in-house special and takeout package. As the official caterer for the Golden Globes awards ...

Karla Ortiz, an illustrator, painter and concept artist, described the moment she witnessed A.I. churning out art in her style. “It felt like a gut punch,” she said. “They were using my reputation, ...