Cute Food is Edible Art | Kawaii is Not Just for Kids

Some of my kids love all things Asian.  That's how I learned about the joys of Kawaii.  Kawaii cooking is considered a form of edible art. The food isn’t just for eating; it’s often photographed and shared on social media for its visual appeal.  (But I eat it!)  Here are a few fun facts.

Image by HANSUAN FABREGAS from Pixabay 

1. Kawaii means cute.  Kawaii cooking, or "kawaii bentos," originated in Japan where the term "kawaii" means cute. It involves creating visually adorable and whimsical food designs, often inspired by popular anime and manga characters.

2. Cooking Ingredients: Kawaii cooking primarily uses ingredients like rice, seaweed, vegetables, and fruits, which are transformed into delightful shapes.

3. How Do They Get Those Shapes? Cookie Cutters: Special kawaii cookie cutters are often used to cut vegetables, cheese, and other ingredients into cute shapes, making it easier to create charming designs.

4. Fun Learning for Kids: Allowing children to create kawaii food can make mealtime more enjoyable and encourage them to try new foods.

5. 'Tis the Season!: People often incorporate seasonal themes and holidays using Kawaii cooking.  For example:  Make cute ghost-shaped rice balls and jack-o'-lanterns made from vegetables for Halloween.

   
   
   

Kawaii cooking is all about making food fun and enjoyable, not just for kids, but for anyone who loves a bit of whimsy in their meals!

NY, FCI. “Kawaii Obento -How to Make Cute Japanese-Style Bento Box- 「思い出のお弁当」.” YouTube Video. YouTube, March 14, 2013. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYqu2COsc0I.

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It's Springtime! Let's Keep It Rosy!

Who doesn't love the spring?  Particularly for the flowers.  My late mother loved gardening.  She especially loved planting roses.  So it's not just the season.  It's for this reason, roses have a sentimental value for me.  In addition, my research for this short blog post disclosed many interesting facts about roses that makes me appreciate these lovely flowers even more.

Did you know?

🌹  Most roses bloom in spring but not all roses bloom in spring.  

🌹  Some roses such as the Rosa "Peace" and the Rosa "Radrazz" Knock Out are repeat bloomers or continuous bloomers and bloom at various times throughout the year.  Not just during the spring.

🌹  Do you know how to care for your roses in spring?  Protecting, pruning, etc.?  Do you know how to mix your own rose food?  Learn how.  Rose gardening tips.

🌹  Did you know that every rose color has a special meaning or symbolism?  For example:  The blue rose symbolizes hope and complexity.  Curious to know about the white, the red, the pink, the purple, the black and the green?  Yes, there are green roses.  In fact, there's one green rose that's called St. Patrick's Rose.  (Top 10 Most Beautiful Green Roses.)

🌹  About roses, their colors, symbolism and secret meanings

🌹  Did you know roses could be eaten?  Yes, there are many edible flowers.  But I never thought about eating a rose.  Have you?

“Roses have been used in cooking for thousands of years and they continue to be a staple in Bulgaria, Turkey, Morocco, Tunisia, Iran, and northern India.”

Who knew?  
Quote source:  "Roses in the Kitchen" - WikiNut
(Apologies.  Content has been unpublished.)

• Replacement Link:  Stop and eat the roses? How to select & use edible roses in your garden. - Tyrant Farms

Hope you enjoyed reading this post as much as I enjoyed writing it.  ❤

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UPDATE 2023:  APOLOGIES. BLOG HAS BEEN REMOVED.

Sharing this link from a food and gardening blog just found today.   Sylvestermouse Cynthia shared it via Facebook.  Great information.  See those Johnny Jump Ups (image below).  You can eat them raw or cooked, and even use them for medicinal purposes. The only problem for me with edible flowers is they're so pretty, just want to admire their beauty!   :)

Explore the ancient art of adding flowers as flavor and garnish to foods. Here are 7 easy to grow edible flowers to start from seed and ...

Read more at:   The Grocery Garden - Growing real food: 7 Easy to Grow Edible Flowers:  

"Johnny jump-ups (Viola tricolor) originated in Spain and the Pyrenees Mountains." 


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