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Matcha Cream Anmitsu
October 20, 2019
My two favorite desserts are pie and anmitsu. The word is a mashup of two...
Candied Yuzu Peels
January 7, 2019
Making candied citrus peels sounds easy enough (it's just sugar and citrus peel afterall), but...
Japanify: What's the Difference Between Sencha and Hojicha?
October 23, 2018
Both sencha and hojicha are common teas that you will come across everywhere in Japan....
How to Make Cold Mugi-cha (Barley Tea)
June 26, 2018
Growing up in Cupertino, mugi-cha (barley tea) is something my mom would always have on...
Spiked Matcha Latte
April 10, 2018
This month at Umami Mart, we are waking up to spring. That means many of...
Yuzu Kosho Pasta (Red or Green)
February 19, 2018
  Often times, you will see green and red yuzu koshos side by side at...
Yuzu-Herb Chicken
February 2, 2018
It's always a relief to get through the holidays. As a retail store owner, it...
L.S.K. Salmon Two Ways
November 20, 2017
If you know me, you know I'm all about abbrevs. Life's too short (L.T.S.) -...
Umami Lentils
September 5, 2017
I've been on a bit of a lentils kick and I'm afraid I will turn...
Japanify: Takikomi Gohan
February 22, 2017
Takikomi Gohan (mixed rice) is a Japanese comfort food that fills the kitchen with an earthy aroma. Made with shiitake mushrooms and hijiki.
Japanify: Chikuwa Toast
January 24, 2017
Try this easy Japanified toast recipe made with just five ingredients, including chikuwa (fish cake tubes), miso-mayo, and ao nori.
Japanify: Crispy Butter-Shoyu Mochi Wrap
December 26, 2016
Celebrate New Year's Day with this savory mochi recipe. It's a gooey, toasty, and umami snack that will bring you good luck!