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Lauren Purvis of Mizuba Tea Co.
March 20, 2024
Mizuba Tea's Daily Matcha is something we've carried since the early days of Umami Mart....
Matcha Catechin Shake
April 7, 2020
What a crazy roller coaster ride these last few weeks have been. And it ain't...
There's a Tiny Tearoom in Berkeley for Japanese Tea Ceremonies
February 15, 2017
Blue Willow Teaspot is a new tea cafe in Berkeley that has a tiny Japanese tearoom where visitors can experience the ceremonial preparation of matcha.
Green Tea Kit Kats: Give 'em a Break from Boring Halloween Candy
October 27, 2016
Stock your Halloween candy bowl with something more interesting than Hershey's, Reese's, and Tootsie Rolls – get a bag (or two) of Green Tea Kit Kats!
Savor the Flavors of Far Leaves Teas
August 25, 2016
Far Leaves Tea in Berkeley sources exceptionally high-quality teas from around the world. We now carry three of their premium teas.
Read This Before You Go to Uji Time
August 11, 2016
Uji Time is a Japanese dessert shop that opened on Telegraph Avenue in Berkeley. Here are some need-to-know tips before you visit for the first time.
MOTOism: Matcha Sesame Tofu Two Ways
June 22, 2016
A step-by-step recipe to make Matcha Sesame Tofu, which can be eaten as a sweet dessert or savory side dish, when topped with shoyu and wasabi.
Conbini Creations: Super Easy Matcha Ice Cream
June 20, 2016
Step-by-step instructions of the easiest, creamiest, and most delicious matcha green tea ice cream you can make at home. No need for an ice cream maker!
Japanify: How to Make Matcha
April 11, 2016
The first time I learned how to make matcha was from my grandmother, Baba-chan, in...
Matcha Salt – It's Like Green Gold Dust
January 21, 2016
A sprinkle of this Matcha Salt can finish and elevate a dish with earthy umami flavor. Handmixed for Umami Mart by Oaktown Spice Shop.
Upcoming Event: Free Tasting with Q Drinks and Workhorse Bitters
November 13, 2015
Saturday Nov. 14 from 12-3 p.m. at Umami Mart. Get ideas for inventive drinks to serve at your upcoming holiday party using Workhorse bitters and Q Drinks!