 December - Japanese Holidays
Japan is country of contrasts; the nation has been in existence for over 2,000 years, yet as one of the world’s most modern countries it is amazing that many of their most ancient festivals continue to thrive in modern times.... read more
November - Holiday 2009 Gift Guide: The Year to BUDGET!
It is often said that “a picture paints a thousand words”, but when you are talking about food; nothing comes closer to the real thing than the innovative plastic food replicas that are a staple of restaurant windows in Japan and throughout Asia. Anything .... read more
October - Plastic Sushi
It is often said that “a picture paints a thousand words”, but when you are talking about food; nothing comes closer to the real thing than the innovative plastic food replicas that are a staple of restaurant windows in Japan and throughout Asia. Anything .... read more
September - Meditate Your Stress Away
While meditation is generally synonymous with Buddhism, almost every religion uses some form of meditation. Catholicism uses rosary beads as a tool to focus while saying a mantra, Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and many other religions use .... read more
August - Sushi Chef Apprentice
In these days of instant communication and immediate gratification, it is unusual and scarce to find members of the younger generation willing to sacrifice the many years and long days learning a skill such as authentic Japanese sushi making .... read more
July - Bring a Touch of Asia to your Western Home
Dare to expand your comfort zone! You can easily transform your current living area(s) or workplace into a simplified, elegant and beautiful space with the addition of a few distinctive Asian touches. Although your home or office might be .... read more
June - The Zen State of Mind: Wake Up!
The art of Zen is no longer reserved for Buddhist monks sitting atop a hill in their monasteries. Contrary to popular belief, anyone can reach a Zen state of being without changing too much about their day-to-day life. Also .... read more
May - Chinese Wedding Traditions
Unlike the traditional fairytale weddings that cover the pages of bridal magazines, Chinese wedding traditions do not change with each season, year or new designer. These customs have been around for more than two thousands years .... read more
April - Kokeshi Doll
Created with a simplicity of design that captures the essence of Japanese art, the wooden Kokeshi dolls that we have selected at Mrs. Lin’s Kitchen are delightful versions of a traditional art form that has .... read more
March - Legendary Kuan Yin and Buddha
Although we walk by a Buddha or Kuan Yin figurine throughout life, the statues are reminders, but do not explain the story of each of these legends. Many times these two deities are displayed in temples next to one another as their works .... read more
February - Lucky Charms
Perhaps one of the basic and most rewarding purchases you can make at Mrs.Lin’s kitchen is from our wide assortment of lucky charms. Not only do we offer many miniature renderings of Asian symbols that have long been thought to.... read more
January - Mahjong A Game for the ages
Cold winter nights and tight budgets call for indoor social gatherings and game nights. But there are only so many puzzles, board games and Texas Hold 'Em you can play
before the excitement wears off. The age old Chinese tile game.... read more |
