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Melissa is 100% MIT (Made in Taiwan), where she worked as a food writer. She’s also worked alongside renowned chefs like Ming Tsai and Joanne Chang, honing her craft and gathering stories along the way. Part story-teller, part educator, and part food lover, Melissa brings a special blend of experience, skill, and enthusiasm to her work. She blends her Asian background, her new home of New England, and love of food and culture to bring joy, optimism, and inspiration to food lovers and fun-seekers everywhere.
Featured blogs
Scallion Pancake
Scallions are a common pantry item in most Asian households. It goes well with almost any stir fry dish. They […]
Bubble Tea Ice Cream
If you ask a Taiwanese person to name a few Taiwanese drinks, I can guarantee one of the answers will […]
Totoro Musubi
When I was little, I watched all the cartoons written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki. My Neighbor Totoro was my […]
Hemingway in Kochi
Hemingway is believed to have discovered this daiquiri when he was in Havana. He once said, “Don’t bother with churches, […]
Sesame Ice Cream With Apple Cider Donut Bites
Ice cream is so remarkable! It’s a blank slate for a skilled artist to create masterpieces for the masses to […]
Apple Cider Muffins with Streusel
Fall in New England is a time when I take my daughter to Tougas Family Farm for apple picking. […]
Melissa's Picks

KitchenAid Precise Heat Mixing Bowl
KitchenAid KSM1CBL Precise Heat Mixing Bowl For Bowl-Lift Stand Mixers

KitchenAid Pasta Roller & Cutter Attachment
KitchenAid KSMPDX Stand Mixer Attachments Pasta Roller and Cutter Set, One Size, Stainless Steel

Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Handle Skillet
Le Creuset LS2024-3067 Enameled Cast Signature Iron Handle Skillet, 11-3/4-Inch, Cerise
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