Sip + Shop
September 24, 2015
Sip + Shop: INNA Shrub Tasting
Shrubs are all the rage right now. Vinegar and sugar-based syrups flavored with fruit juices, shrubs are delicious and refreshing additions to cocktails and sparkling water. We’re big fans of Emeryville-based INNA Shrub (who also makes some kick-ass jams, too). At Umami Mart, we carry a variety of INNA Shrub, which are all made from […]
October 15, 2012
Sip + Shop: Atelier Dion Teacup Launch + Bicycle Coffee
Our great friends and talented ceramicists Rie and Jay of Atelier Dion have designed cups for Umami Mart! Please join us this Thursday to celebrate the launch of our teacups, in three different designs. Of course, Rie and Jay will be here! And Bicycle Coffee will be here to serve coffee too! WHAT: Atelier Dion for […]
September 14, 2012
Upcoming Event: Sip + Shop: Shochu Tasting
Throughout the years, we’ve been asked to present more events highlighting shochu. Well, here’s the event that you’ve all been waiting for! Generously sponsored by Takara, we’ll be tasting four different kinds of shochu: imo (sweet potato), mugi (barley), kome (rice) and soba (buckwheat). WHEN:Â Thursday 9/20 from 6-8pm WHERE: Umami Mart 815 Broadway Oakland, Pop-Up […]
August 27, 2012
Sip + Shop: Sake Tasting This Thursday (OAK)
That’s right, we’re hosting a FREE sake tasting at the shop this Thursday. If you’ve ever wanted to learn the differences between a nama, junmai, and ginjo, now is your chance! WHAT: We’ll be serving various types of sake at different temperatures to compare the differences in taste and structure of the sake. WHEN:Â Thursday 8/30 […]