Entrees

When it comes to exploring classic Japanese home-style cooking, oyakodon is one dish you shouldn’t miss. Beloved for its simplicity, warmth, and satisfying umami, oyakodon is a staple in Japanese households and restaurants alike. Literally translating to “parent and child bowl,” the dish gets its name from its two main ingredients: chicken (the parent) and egg (the child).  Served over a bed of warm steamed rice and garnished with nori, scallions, and chili flakes, oyakodon i

American football season is here—and when it’s game time, it’s really snack time. Whether you’re watching your favorite team battle it out on the field or just there for the commercials, nothing says game day food  quite like a platter of sizzling hot Buffalo wings. These crispy, saucy bites are the ultimate crowd-pleaser: bold, spicy, and impossible to eat just one. There’s nothing like watching your favorite high-paid hunks run at each other in colorful tights and tackle ea

Japanese unagi, or freshwater eel, is truly one of the most succulent and delicious bites of BBQ known to humanity. Whether you’re a...

Tomato season is in full swing here in New England, and for anyone who loves fresh produce, it's the most delicious time of year. There’s...

This recipe is a hybrid of potato salad and chicken salad, combining the best of both worlds into one irresistible dish. Made with crispy fried chicken, sweet and fluffy Japanese sweet potatoes, crunchy pickles, and aromatic veggies, all tied together with a zippy, creamy dressing, it’s satisfying, flavorful, and surprisingly refreshing.

Mac and cheese is a timeless American classic—simple, nostalgic, and endlessly satisfying. But if you’re a fan of Korean food, you know there’s another comfort dish that brings equal joy: tteokbokki (떡볶이). With its spicy, chewy, and savory goodness, cheesy tteokbokki is basically Korea’s answer to mac & cheese. And since Korean cuisine loves to incorporate cheese into its spicy dishes, this fusion couldn’t make more sense! To take things up a notch, we added black garlic Goud

One thing that never fails to fascinate me is how deeply world events shape what ends up on our plates—and how no single culture can claim full ownership over any one dish or ingredient. Surprised? Take tomatoes, for example. Though we often associate them with Mediterranean cuisine, they were actually brought to Europe from South America by the Spanish in the 16th century. Or consider the beloved Vietnamese banh mi, a culinary legacy of French colonial influence from the mid

Part strawberry salad, part tuna crudo, one delicious appetizer! A sweet, savory, and spicy nuoc cham dressing brings together the salad...

In the Fall of 2024, the Forge To Table crew took a team trip to Hong Kong and mainland China. There was an incredible variety of...

Springtime is right around the corner, but that doesn't mean it’s still the right time to make a warm and comforting meal on those rainy...

French onion soup is a classic dish that originated in France and has become beloved around the world for its rich flavor and comforting...

It’s hard to find someone in the United States who doesn’t have a go-to Chinese American takeout dish. Numbering around 45,000...

Hearty, warming, and rich in nutrients, shchi (pronounced she) is a delicious and traditional Russian cabbage soup

When traveling in Hong Kong last year, Forge To Table founder, Noah Rosen, his partner Nic, and I traveled to La Ma Island for an escape...

Lunar New Year is here, and kitchens everywhere are buzzing with the vibrant aromas of festive dishes, each steeped in history and...

When winter’s chill sets in, few things are as nourishing and fulfilling as sharing a steaming pot of nabe (Japanese hot pot)....

Cantonese crispy roasted pork belly, or "siu yuk" (燒肉), is a beloved dish that embodies the essence of Chinese culinary artistry. Revered...

Sashimi says, ‘I’m trying,’ but crust that tuna in sesame seeds, add homemade ponzu, crisp Asian pears, and shiso, and now you’re making a s

Mushrooms are one of my favorite foods, simply because of their versatility. I have had mushrooms in so many different ways with so many...

On sleepy mornings when I know I have a decently stocked pantry and some cilantro on hand, chilaquiles are a go-to option for breakfast...