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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.
China Diaries: Chen Mapo Tofu
February 29, 2016
Even though no one knows for sure if Chen Mapo Tofu in Chengdu is the originator of the dish, it's undeniable that it has become an institution.
Slightly Peckish: Snacks + Bites in Hong Kong
April 18, 2014
As you all probably know by now, Hong Kong is a locus of culinary delights....
Izakaya Hideko: Taberu Rayu Tofu Salad
January 13, 2014
My parents hosted a shinnenkai (New Year's party) last night and it was a fantastic feast! As...
Lazyass Cookin': Goya Champuru
October 16, 2013
I don't know what's going on in your neck of the woods, but what is...
Japanify: Chicken Hambagu
July 18, 2013
The Japanese dish hambagu derives from the Hamburg steak. Hamburg steak is the patty of a...
Japanify: Mizuna Crunch Salad
April 4, 2013
Spring is here and my local market is starting show signs of different colors of...
Lazyass Cookin': Mapo Tofu
December 11, 2012
Life is busy these days. With the shop in full holiday swing, it's hard to...
Japanify: Hiyayakko with Myoga
September 13, 2012
My sister has a giant myoga plant that is thriving in a shady spot by...
Japanify: Tofu To-Go
March 22, 2012
Protein is a great thing to carry around. It stays together and packs an energy-filled...
Umamimart Writers' Dinner: Robata Jinya (LA)
September 30, 2011
On a particularly temperate Los Angeles evening, three Umamimart writers (one a founding member), and...