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Kinoko Parcel
October 27, 2022
This is an adaptation of our friend Russell Moore's King Trumpet Mushroom Parcel recipe in...
Yamada Nishiki Kinoko Risotto
November 9, 2020
When the coronovirus hit, it was winter 2020. In the sake world, rice is already planted...
Buttered Bamboo Shoots
October 9, 2020
In preparation for the Sake Gumi Magnificent Miyagi theme, I've been sipping on dry and...
Kokuto Sundae
October 2, 2020
Ever since shelter in place came into effect, I have been diving head first into...
The Japanese Pantry's Pork Belly Kakuni
October 2, 2020
With the fires and virus raging, I spent all last weekend in my kitchen with...
Kohi Zeri (Coffee Jelly)
September 7, 2020
Kohi zeri (coffee jelly) is a common dessert in Japan. You can find it everywhere...
Setting the Table for Baba-Chan
August 12, 2020
Every few months or so, I get a message or comment about how all of...
Yaki Onigiri BBQ
July 16, 2020
My signature dish for a BBQ has always been Yaki Onigiri (grilled rice balls). It's usually...
Kuma Honey Shrub
May 18, 2020
Before we sold alcohol at Umami Mart, we had a pretty extensive shrub collection. After we...
Japanify: Haigamai Amazake
April 20, 2020
Lately, amazake (sweet non-alcoholic sake) has been on our minds. It all started on March...
How to Cook Rice on the Stovetop
April 13, 2020
If you are stuck in a home with no rice cooker, or are caring for...
Japanify: Shiojake Donabe Rice
November 22, 2019
A few weeks ago, Kayoko and I were invited to our friend Mariko's house. Along...