Throughout my almost 7-year of blogging journey, I have had a few memorable achievements that I feel humbled and grateful for.
I jumped for joy when both Facebook page and YouTube channel reached 100K several years ago.
I felt even more responsible when I created a group of JOC team for the first time last fall.
And recently, the Japan Times wrote an article about me, which made my parents in Japan very proud.
…But what happened last week was probably the most surreal thing that happened to JOC history.
And this is all thanks to you who read and support my blog!
JOC is a Finalist for Saveur’s 2017 Best Blog Awards
Just One Cookbook has been chosen as one of the six finalists in the “Best Food Video” category for Saveur’s 2017 Blog Awards.
Yes, video!
I am extremely happy for Mr. JOC who’s been working so hard to create our videos and always thinking about ways to improve his videography and editing.
According to Saveur, the editors chose the finalists from a pool of 30,000 submissions, but it’s up to you to do the voting.
I feel extremely honored just to be nominated by the editors of Saveur along with other talented finalists, because this is once in a million chance for our wonderful JOC community to get noticed by all the foodies in the world.
However, it would be awesome if I could dedicate this award to my very talented one-man video crew Mr. JOC, hard-working JOC team, and YOU who continue to read my blog posts, cook my recipes, and watch my videos.
So…Please Cast Your Vote
I would really appreciate if you could click here to check out all the other incredible finalists and cast your vote for me. Voting is open until Wednesday, September 6th. You can vote everyday.
Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart.
Sincerely yours,
Nami
Oh, YES I voted for you! Congratulations just on being nominated!
Hi Donna! Thank you so much for your kind vote! 🙂
Voted. Fingers crossed.
Thank you so much Thomas!
Voted.
This is so amazing! Sending you lots of luck!
Thank you for your vote, Katherine!
Congratulations for the nomination! It’s well-deserved. I voted and hope you win.
Thank you so much for your kind support and sweet message! I appreciate your voting. THANK YOU!! xoxo
Vote, Done!! you deserve it Nami
Thank you for voting, Libni!
Its a pleasure to vote for you and your blog. Thank you for your wonderful videos, I’m a much better cook since I have been watching them, I enjoy my kitchen more, and I eat better!
Hi Ashley! Thank you so much for voting for me! Really happy to hear you enjoy cooking at home! Such a blessing to be able to cook and eat healthy food at home. Thank you for your kind feedback. 🙂
Congratulations! As a loyal reader =) I’m so proud of you.
I love both your blog and videos!
Just voted for you. All the best!
Thank you so much, Athena! I’m happy to hear you follow my blog and videos. Thanks for your precious time to vote for me!
Congratulations, Nami! I just voted for you. You and Mr. JOC deserve the award. I’ve been watching many of your videos for 3 years now and enjoy them greatly. I’m always amazed at the quality of your videos. Congrats again!
Hi Sophie! Thanks so much for your kindness. 3 years! Thank you for following my channel for such a long time. You know how we started our videos then… we didn’t know anything about filming videos back then. Thank you for being a part of our journey!
Congratulations to you and Mr JOC. I so enjoy your videos and recipes. I learn so much from you. I’ve voted today. Will be sure to do so every day till 9/6.
Thank you very much for voting for us! I’m happy to hear you enjoy my recipes and videos. 🙂
Congratulations, Nami!! That’s so exciting – just voted for you! 🙂
Thank you so much for taking your time to vote for me, Laura! It was a big surprise to hear the news. 🙂
Congratulations on your nomination to both you and Mr. JOC! I often try your recipes and will watch the video while preparing the meal. Best of luck to you both! Hope you win!!
Hi Annie! Thank you so much for using my recipes! 🙂
Go Nami! We’re rooting for you and Mr. JOC! It is very well deserved.
Thanks so much Todd! Hard to believe… 🙂 We look forward to getting together with you guys soon!
Congratulations! I’ve made a note to vote every day from now until the deadline. Fingers crossed for you!
Hi Rumi! Thank you so much! Waaa! Your kindness is truly appreciated. Thank you! xoxo
Done. Fingers crossed
Thank you for voting, Susanne!
Done. Good luck!
Thank you so much, Chris! 🙂