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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.
Why Is Everyone Drinking Vermouth Again?
January 19, 2017
People are drinking vermouth again, and author Adam Ford is leading the charge in turning around vermouth's rep in the cocktail world.
Eat Healthier, Better Looking Food with The Forest Feast Gatherings
January 19, 2017
The Forest Feast Gatherings is an inspiring and gorgeous vegetarian cookbook by Erin Gleeson focused on hosting meals for friends and family.
Conbini Creations: Yuzu Curd
January 18, 2017
The easiest yuzu curd recipe you'll find! Uses whole eggs and no straining is necessary. This yuzu curd has the smoothest texture and best yuzu flavor.
Sake Gumi News: To a Fresh + Fruity Year (January 2017)
January 15, 2017
This month's sake club bottles include four fruity, cold sakes that pair well with the seafood and shellfish that are currently in season.
The Umami Reader: Would You Wait 8 Hours in the Rain for Pliny the Younger?
January 13, 2017
The 2017 release of Pliny the Younger is coming, Roy Choi responds to Pete Wells' LocoL review, Mr. Okra the singing vegetable vendor, and more.
Cook Healthy and Delicious Meals in the Shigaraki Shino Donabe
January 13, 2017
The Shigaraki Shino Donabe is a glazed earthenware pot that can go directly on the stove to cook hotpot, rice dishes, stews, and other comforting meals.
Try this Special Sake with Your Favorite Comfort Foods
January 12, 2017
Souden Tokubetsu Junmai is an earthy yamahai sake, fermented at low temps for 2 months by Kitaya in Kyushu, Japan. Pairs well with meat and rich foods.
A Taste of the City: Far Leaves Oakland Tea
January 6, 2017
Last month, we debuted Far Leaves Tea's Oakland Blend at our Sip and Shop event, where...
The Umami Reader: NY Times Critic Slams Oakland's Locol
January 6, 2017
NY Times gives Locol 0 stars, new S'mores Girl Scout Cookie, 10 food photos you should stop posting on Instagram, and more.
Clearly Stylish: Hario Teapots
January 5, 2017
We carry 2 Hario glass teapots, small (15 oz) and large (23 oz). Both are made with clear, tempered glass and house an ample stainless steel basket.
Bay Eats Japan – January 2017
January 4, 2017
A list of newly opened Japanese restaurants, including Fugetsu, YAYOI, Hinata, Akira, and updates on Rintaro and ICHI Sushi in San Francisco.