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Umami Mart Now Hiring!
March 27, 2014
We're slowly growing our team. It's an exciting time for us here at Umami Mart!...
Hello 2014!
January 1, 2014
After a seriously insane final few weeks of 2013, I'm SO ready to dive into...
One Year of Umami Mart Oakland
August 22, 2013
Our first year as Umami Mart in 3D has zipped by. We opened our doors...
Upcoming Event: One Year Anniversary Sake Tasting
July 31, 2013
Guess what?? Umami Mart Oakland will celebrate its ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY in August!!! Both Yoko...
Umami Mart Closed This Sunday
May 24, 2013
Guess what, we're re-doing our floors!!! This is SO exciting for us -- as many...
U + MAMI: Gift Sets for Mother's Day
May 3, 2013
Yo Martians! Mother's Day is NEXT SUNDAY MAY 12!!! Have you thought about what you're...
Umami Mart Seeks Intern!
February 27, 2013
It's been over six months now since Yoko and I started our shop in Oakland,...
Event Recap: Quick-Pickles with Kelly Geary
February 7, 2013
With winter roots and wild mushrooms in abundance, January was a perfect time to invite...
Happy Holidays at Umami Mart
November 21, 2012
The holidays are just around the corner, can you believe it??? I absolutely can not....
The Forest Feast Show @ Umami Mart
November 5, 2012
We are more than a little excited to announce our first art show with long-time...
Sip + Shop: Atelier Dion Teacup Launch + Bicycle Coffee
October 15, 2012
Our great friends and talented ceramicists Rie and Jay of Atelier Dion have designed cups...
Coffee + Tea Month @ Umami Mart
October 1, 2012
Happy October! The air is a bit crisper, the leaves, brighter. What better way to...