Meleyna Nomura

Meleyna is a recipe developer, food photographer, and champion of home cooking. She is likely to be found on the sidelines of the Little League field (with a full dinner for four packed in a cooler) or waiting in line for a Trader Joe’s sample.
    This Is the Best (and Easiest) Way to Pit a Peach
    It made dealing with pits so much easier.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Aug 5, 2023
    How to Make the Perfect Hawaiian Plate Lunch Mac Salad
    My grandfather's recipe has a secret ingredient that makes all the difference.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jul 29, 2023
    We Tried 8 Different Methods for Grilling Corn and Two Tied for First Place
    To husk or not to husk?
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jul 13, 2023
    This Philadelphia-Style Ice Cream Tastes Just Like a Matcha Latte
    It puts the matcha front and center.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jun 16, 2023
    This Perfect Chicken Recipe Is Super Popular in Hawaii for a Reason
    A staple at plate lunch restaurants
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jun 1, 2023
    Salmon Benedict Is the Best of Both Brunch Worlds
    It’s a delicious play on a brunch classic.
    Meleyna Nomura
    May 21, 2023
    We Tried 5 Methods to Clean Greasy Wood Cabinets — And the Winner Is Ridiculously Effective
    Cleaning Tips from The Kitchn
    Can the power of vinegar or castile soap win our showdown? Let's find out!
    Meleyna Nomura
    Apr 14, 2023
    I Tried 13 Different Frozen Pork Dumplings — These Are the 2 I’ll Buy Again
    Taste Test
    “It had a bright ginger flavor that none of the other options had.”
    Meleyna Nomura
    Mar 25, 2023
    I Tried 4 Popular Cacio e Pepe Recipes and the Winner Is the Epitome of Cheesy, Creamy Comfort Food
    Finally, I nailed this deceptively simple pasta.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Mar 21, 2023
    A Few Restaurant Tricks Are the Secret to Maialino’s Dreamy, Creamy Cacio e Pepe
    The New York City trattoria’s at-home version is easy to master.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Mar 20, 2023
    Smitten Kitchen’s Foolproof Cacio e Pepe Is a Cheese-Lover’s Dream
    It features a surprising technique that’s different from all the rest.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Mar 19, 2023
    The Pasta Queen’s Cacio e Pepe Is for Pasta Purists
    She sticks with the namesake ingredients and just uses Pecorino Romano and pepper — no butter or olive oil here.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Mar 18, 2023
    I Tried Food52’s Classic Cacio e Pepe and Didn’t Expect These Results
    The recipe was written after trying a slew of other unique techniques and combining the best of the best.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Mar 17, 2023
    The Surprising Costco Find I’m Stocking Up On
    Groceries
    It’s a two-for-one deal you really can’t pass up.

    Meleyna Nomura
    Mar 10, 2023
    I Finally Tried TikTok’s Viral Baked Spaghetti and Now I Totally Understand the Hype
    It’s over-the-top in the best way possible.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Feb 20, 2023
    The Indulgent Chocolate Gift That’s Too Pretty to Eat (Almost)
    Shopping
    A box for you, a box for me!
    Meleyna Nomura
    Feb 10, 2023
    I Tried Coca-Cola Cake and Got a Sweet Surprise
    It brought me straight back to the '90s.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Feb 4, 2023
    This Homemade Vegan Ramen Is Packed with Umami
    The homemade stuff is a totally different experience.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Feb 3, 2023
    Fly by Jing’s New Spicy Chili Oil Is a Delicious Reminder of My Dad’s Favorite Condiment
    Shopping
    The possibilities are really endless for how to use it.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jan 27, 2023
    Crispy Chicken Tempura Is Endlessly Delicious
    If your family loves chicken tenders, you won't be able to resist chicken tempura.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jan 26, 2023
    I Tried the Wildly Popular Mini Loaf Pan Focaccia Recipe and It’s the Simple Elevation Your Dinner Needs
    Even if you’re new to bread-making, this is a simple and quick recipe to get you started.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jan 22, 2023
    Flourless Chocolate Torte Has an Unbeatable Fudgy Texture
    It's the perfect make-ahead treat.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jan 21, 2023
    I Tried 4 of the Best Tomato Soup Recipes and Found My Family's Forever Favorite
    It's as humble and cozy as I could have hoped for.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jan 20, 2023
    Smitten Kitchen Relies on a Hands-Off Method to Make the Ultimate Tomato Soup
    This recipe is all about deep tomato flavor.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jan 19, 2023
    Our Place’s Lunar New Year Collection Reminds Me of the Joy I Felt Growing Up
    Shopping
    So much red for all the good luck and fortune!
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jan 18, 2023
    Pinch of Yum’s Tomato Soup Is Rich and Smoky, Thanks to One Surprise Ingredient
    It made it much heartier than most.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jan 18, 2023
    Serious Eats’ Lightning-Fast Tomato Soup Is Made Creamy Without Cream
    It's a surprising trick with big payoff.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jan 17, 2023
    Bon Appetit’s Tomato Soup Features Lots of Little Twists on a Classic
    It wasn't as traditional as I had hoped for.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Jan 16, 2023
    The Best Places to Shop for Farm-Fresh Produce Online
    Groceries
    Fresh produce delivered right to your door? Sign us up.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Dec 5, 2022
    The Best Places to Buy Groceries Online
    Shopping
    These sites truly take the struggle out of grocery shopping.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Dec 1, 2022
    I Tried This TikTok Hack for Cutting Hard-Boiled Eggs and I Was Shocked by the Results
    "It may take a little trial and error, but I think it’s worth giving it a shot — especially if making deviled eggs for a crowd."
    Meleyna Nomura
    Dec 1, 2022
    I Tested the Internet’s Most Popular Sweet Potato Casseroles — This Is the Only Recipe You Need
    I finally found a sweet potato casserole I truly love.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Nov 19, 2022
    This Sweet Potato Casserole Has a Delicious Candy-Like Crust
    You won't miss the marshmallow topping.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Nov 18, 2022
    I Tried the Popular Depression-Era Vinegar Pie and It’s Shockingly Delightful
    If you're skeptical, don't worry so was I.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Nov 17, 2022
    This Southern Sweet Potato Casserole Lives Up to Its Amazing Reputation
    The recipe comes from The Gift of Southern Cooking by Scott Peacock and the legendary Edna Lewis.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Nov 17, 2022
    This Easy Sweet Potato Casserole Is for Marshmallow-Lovers
    I was excited to try it, in hopes of the gooiest casserole possible.
    Meleyna Nomura
    Nov 16, 2022