This post may very well be the first to grab Mrs. Kid's attention. (She's the "eye-rolling frequent flyer type, although she *has* enjoyed the upgrades on our recent trips, courtesy in part to FT's various tips and hints to reap more mileage.)

If you need Japanese recipes, let us know.

Today's hint (I just learned last year): Pour some o' that bottled water on the Soba noodles that come on Japan flights to rehydrate them. (Just a splash makes a big difference.)

-KP