JOEL'S JOURNAL

A flat lay photo of different kinds of kimchi, a Korean food staple, including cabbage kimchi and radish kimchi among others
January 18, 2024
With the discovery that fermenting fresh ingredients results in distinct flavors and significant health benefits, Koreans transformed adversity into an opportunity for culinary creativity.
My Spoonful of Dopamine
January 11, 2024
While taste undoubtedly plays a role in how food makes us feel, the power of comfort food sometimes lies in the associations woven around it.
An AI artwork featuring a man holding a basket filled with truffles and two piglets: one pink and one black, against a body of water with rocks on the side.
December 1, 2023

Rare and elusive, the Greeks likened finding a truffle to receiving a gift of lightning from the gods.

Grapes on an upturned glass next to a slice of pomegranate and a whole pomegranate on a marble stand, against a white background
December 1, 2023

 

To hope is human and we express this hope in our New Year eating customs. 

A photo of neatly arranged set of pour-over coffee tools lined up on a countertop, with a n outdoor background filled with greenery and plants
December 1, 2023

The pour-over method stands as one of the oldest ways to make coffee, and a valuable way for pause and introspection.

A close-up image of chocolate ganache swirls, showcasing its rich, dark brown color and smooth, glossy texture, featuring a thick, viscous consistency.
December 1, 2023

Cultural and social ties underscore how dark chocolate represents connection, celebration, and the pursuit of a well-balanced life.