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Ina Garten’s Meatloaf. Who is a fan of Ina? I’ve been making this recipe for years. This meatloaf is classic Ina and truly amazing. It’s moist and hearty with a sweet and tangy ketchup glaze. It makes the ultimate fall comfort food! 
 
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https://www.themissinglokness.com/2026/09/22/ina-gartens-meatloaf/

#inagarten #comfortfood #fallrecipes #meatloaf #weeknightrecipe taken in Pasadena, California by @missinglokness
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14 days ago
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Hojicha Madeleines. Now that the weather has dipped slightly, it’s time to turn the oven back on! These madeleines are light with crispy edges and a hint of hojicha. Since the batter needs time to rest in the fridge, you can make it before dinner and bake them after. The madeleines are best served right out of the oven. I promise you won’t want to stop at just one.

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https://www.themissinglokness.com/2026/09/02/hojicha-madeleines/ taken in Pasadena, California by @missinglokness
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a month ago
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Salmon Crudo with Coconut Dressing. Bright, citrusy, and fresh! Who loves crudo at restaurants? It’s one of our favorite things to order. The flavors are always impactful, but light at the same time. My version uses easy-to-find salmon, coconut milk, lime and a few veggies and herbs. It’s a dish that is sure to impress your date or dinner guests! Wait, did I mention this is a no-cook dish? Perfect for summer time!

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https://www.themissinglokness.com/2026/08/13/salmon-crudo-with-coconut-dressing/ taken in Pasadena, California by @missinglokness
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2 months ago
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Mango Glutinous Rice Cakes (Mango Mochi 芒果糯米糍). A popular Hong Kong street food dessert made w/ fresh mango wrapped in a soft, chewy glutinous rice dough. They’re generously filled and so fun to eat! Make these when mangoes are at their best! 🥭 

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https://www.themissinglokness.com/2026/07/23/mango-glutinous-rice-cakes-mango-mochi/ taken in Pasadena, California by @missinglokness
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2 months ago
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Mom has returned to Hong Kong after 2 1/2 months in LA. It was probably the first time my sister, my mom, and I have spent this much time together as adults. I really enjoyed our chats about the most random things. And when we compared old memories, we each remembered different parts of the same stories. How funny that was! Hope we get to do this again soon! 💕 by @missinglokness
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3 months ago
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Have you ever gotten a giant box of palmiers from Costco? We got one & had zero chance of finishing it. So I turned them into dessert. This Almost Napoleon is inspired by a classic Napoleon dessert, but looks nothing like the real one. Lemon diplomat cream, fresh strawberries, & a flaky palmier on top, and it’s even better than I imagined. The best part? You can make most of it ahead of time. 

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https://www.themissinglokness.com/2026/06/30/almost-napoleon/ taken in Pasadena, California by @missinglokness
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3 months ago
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Baked Paprika Salmon with Onions.🐟 Super easy weeknight meal. Moist, flavorful, and comes together quickly. A seasoned butter with paprika, lemon pepper, and garlic salt is all you need!

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https://www.themissinglokness.com/2026/06/17/baked-paprika-salmon-with-onions/ taken in Pasadena, California by @missinglokness
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4 months ago
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Guava Japanese Highball. Putting a tropical twist in a Japanese classic. Sweet guava, smooth Japanese whisky, a hint of lemon, and a splash of club soda. Simple ingredients, seriously delicious results! 🌺🍹

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https://www.themissinglokness.com/2026/05/21/guava-japanese-highball/ taken in Pasadena, California by @missinglokness
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5 months ago
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Sheldon Simeon’s Loco Moco. When I’m missing Hawaii, I crave Hawaii food. Last week, I made this loco moco inspired by Chef Simeon with flavorful beef patties, savory sautéed mushrooms, rich gravy, and a fried egg all on top of hot steamed rice. It’s hearty, comforting, and so satisfying. Make this today and bring a taste of Hawaii to your home! 🌺

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https://www.themissinglokness.com/2026/04/23/sheldon-simeons-loco-moco/ taken in Pasadena, California by @missinglokness
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5 months ago
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On our 6-day Oahu trip, we were on a mission to find the BEST shave ice! 🍧 We tried 4 spots, and yes, we picked a favorite!

1. Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice (@ululanishawaiianshaveice) - We might be a little biased since we first tried it in Maui, but it still wins. Light, fluffy ice and natural-tasting syrups. Must add macadamia ice cream. It’s creamy with little bites of macadamia nuts. Our # 1!
2. Chillest Shave Ice (@chillestshaveice) - The most unique flavors like mandarin orange, hojicha, and kinako latte, all made in-house. The ice was super fine and fluffy, and the portion is huge, so it’s perfect for sharing. A very close second!
3. Waiola Shave Ice (@waiolashaveice) - A local classic since the 40s. Soft, light ice with house-made syrups. The ice cream was just okay, but overall still delicious. Honestly, the top 3 were all really solid!
4. Matsumoto Shave Ice (@matsumotoshaveice) - A North Shore staple since the 50s. The line was long but moved fast. The ice was more coarse and not as fluffy, and the syrups tasted a bit artificial. Not our favorite, but the most affordable.

Have you tried any of these? Which one is your favorite? Did we miss a must-try? 👀🍧 taken in Oahu, Hawaii by @missinglokness
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6 months ago
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Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast. 🥑🍞 When we picked avocados straight from my mother-in-law’s tree and my brother-in-law showed up with a homemade sourdough loaf, avocado toast was the only answer. 

This toast features perfectly charred sourdough piled high with creamy avocado, savory smoked salmon, & a drizzle of aromatic lemon olive oil that ties every bite together. For an extra special touch, add a poached egg & some micro arugula!

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https://www.themissinglokness.com/2026/04/02/smoked-salmon-avocado-toast/ taken in Pasadena, California by @missinglokness
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6 months ago
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Anyone else remember Curry House in LA? I’m still sad it closed during the COVID era. It used to be one of my favorite comfort food spots. This Ground Chicken and Tofu Curry is my take on their version. I used to order it all the time. It’s comforting without feeling too heavy, w/ savory ground chicken, silky tofu, & rich Japanese curry. My favorite part is the garlic spinach rice. It adds so much flavor & really brings the whole dish together. If you’re looking for a satisfying weeknight meal, definitely give this one a try! 🍛

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https://www.themissinglokness.com/2026/03/12/ground-chicken-and-tofu-curry/ taken in Pasadena, California by @missinglokness
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7 months ago
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