Kyrie the Foodié + Real Farmer Jeff
Welcome to our kitchen and garden! We’re Kyrie and Jeff—a foodie and a farmer—sharing approachable recipes and fresh-from-the-garden inspiration.
Hi, we’re Kyrie (kee-ree-ay) and Jeff!
こんにちは (konnichiwa)!
Hi, we’re Kyrié (pronounced kee-ree-ay) and Jeff (pronounced Jeff)!
Food is at the heart of everything we do—from cooking at home to planting exciting crops in our small townhouse garden.
Kyrié has a passion for sharing approachable yet delicious recipes, especially highlighting Asian cuisine. Jeff is her biggest taste-tester and the expert gardener in the duo.
Growing up between Japan and the U.S., Kyrié always lived in a cultural melting pot, moving over 10 times by the time she was in high school. Being half-Japanese and half-White, the American in her recognized how intimidating it can be to cook dishes from other countries. That’s why she loves crafting dishes that bridge cultural gaps.
Her mom, a Sendai, Japan native, passed down her love for food and home cooking. Many of her recipes are cherished family traditions.
Jeff (or Real Farmer Jeff as we like to call him) frequently shares gardening tid bits and knowledge on this blog. He has been gardening for a few years now, and every year produces a bountiful harvest.
His gardening portfolio includes tomatoes (both his and Kyrie’s favorite vegetable to plant!), eggplants, okra, watermelon, squash, cabbage, carrots, radishes, herbs, cucumbers, and more! If you follow Kyrié on social media, you will frequently see her cooking with Jeff’s fresh harvest!
We just got married in August 2024 and now live in Utah.
We’re glad you’re here and hope you find some joy and inspiration from our recipes and garden!
Japanese Sesame Seed (Goma) Dressing
I’m pretty picky when it comes to salad dressings, and I’m convinced it’s because I grew up eating Japanese goma dressing. Once you’ve had it, everything else feels inferior! Seriously.Goma dressing is rich, nutty, savory, slightly sweet, and unbelievably creamy, and...
High Protein Ramen (Homemade Cup Noodles)
Being Japanese, I’ve always loved ramen, but I usually try not to eat it too often since it’s usually not the most nutritious meal. But I wish I could have it more regularly! So, I decided to make my own version. And it was inspired by Cup Noodles!I’ll be honest, it’s...
Bento Box Guide
Growing up, my mom would always pack me bento boxes for lunch. When I lived in the U.S., I (regretfully) felt embarrassed because my lunch looked and tasted so different from what my classmates were eating. While everyone else had sandwiches or nuggets, I had rice,...
Beginner’s Guide to Indoor Grow Lights
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Indoor growing can feel overwhelming at first, especially when it comes to understanding grow lights. Terms like lumens, PPFD, and wattage confuse almost everyone starting out. But the good news is that you don’t need to be a lighting...
Benefits of Shredded Leaves as Garden Mulch
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Every fall, trees drop one of the most valuable soil-building materials you can find: leaves. Here is my garden bed after I freshly applied leaves as mulch. Here is my garden bed at the peak of harvest. Living in such a dry climate, I...
Saving Sunflower Seeds: Why & How
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Sunflowers are not just beautiful, but they’re also a source of nutritious seeds you can enjoy or replant next season. Saving your own sunflower seeds is simple, cost-effective, and rewarding.In this blog post I will share everything you...