No, they are not a spice, herb or condiment per se, but did you know that pulverized, dried shiitake mushrooms can add oomph to your dishes nonetheless? I didn't, either, until Eric Gower, chef and ...

Even if you're just dipping your toes into the wide, wonderful world of cooking, you may have already been faced with the ...

Shiitake are plump, tasty mushrooms that can be eaten fresh or dried, which enhances their umami, as well as their shelf life. Japan’s warm and humid climate means a wide variety of mushrooms grow ...