News from Oishii Nippon by Tokita
Explore the blog posts below for variety information, recipes, grower profiles, Japanese culture notes, and more.
Meet the Growers: Zaid Kurdieh at Norwich Meadows Farm
Mar 12, 2024
Four hours north of New York City, Norwich Meadows Farm grows a massive diversity of produce for the culinary community and farmers market shoppers.
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Three Tips for Sowing Shishimai Pepper
Mar 4, 2024
Ready to sow your Shishimai pepper seeds? Here are three tips to get your seeds started successfully.
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Sowing Negi Seeds
Feb 28, 2024
Yukiho from the Tokita research station demonstrates how to successfully germinate your Negi seeds using cell trays.
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Sweet Kabù and Kumquat Salad
Feb 9, 2024
A delicious sweet and tangy Sweet Kabù salad served with a simple oil and vinegar dressing.
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Negi Confit with Whole Grain Mustard Vinaigrette and a Poached Egg
Feb 8, 2024
This Negi Confit with Whole Grain Mustard Vinaigrette and a Poached Egg is an updated twist on the French classic poached leeks with sauce gribiche.
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Quick Pickled Murasaki Fioretto
Jan 4, 2024
A quick cauliflower pickle that sets in 15 minutes, made with sweet and tangy vinegar that adds a bright flavor and color.
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Natsu Japanese Cucumber Sunomono
Dec 29, 2023
A recipe for Cucumber Sunomono, or lightly vinegared Japanese cucumber salad.
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Meet the Growers: Alex Wenger of The Fields Edge Research Farm
Oct 26, 2023
Ever curious, thoughtful, and diligent, Alex shares with us his thoughts on farming and agrobiodiversity.
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