For the last several years, one of my favorite images to create at our family’s Japanese New Year’s celebration is of the octopus as it’s being sliced. If you would like to see the previous images, scroll down below this image for the links. Links to previous year’s Octopus images: 2014 2013
Cousins Making Lemonade
Kate and Reiko are very special cousins. They look forward to New Years every year so they can see each other. Their sweetness and love is very special to be around. They have so much fun together, and they make us all laugh. Be sure to scroll down to see both photos and the video. [pexyoutube pex_attr_src=”https://youtu.be/dSEdRxEdn6k” pex_attr_width=”1024″][/pexyoutube]
2015 Japanese New Year’s Table
(To see the most detail in this image, click on it to enlarge it!) Cast your hungry eyes upon this wonderful New Year’s feast. It’s the result of amazing family members and friends who spent several days shopping, preparing, plating and serving delicious Japanese food. I should also mention that we have another table for deserts, often brought by guests. … Read More
Ikura-Salmon Egg Sushi with Raw Quail Egg Yolk
“Like fire opals lit from within, freshly cured salmon eggs are ready to be served as ikura sushi…” ref: CutterLight
2015 New Year’s Sushi
I am very happy to report that we had another wonderful Japanese New Year’s celebration. Every year, the family spends several days before January 1st preparing delicious traditional Japanese food for family and friends in Los Angeles. We usually have around 80 to 100 people who come and enjoy the delicious food and friendship. I will be posting more images … Read More