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Bartender Spotlight: Troy Bayless of Holy Mountain
January 3, 2017
An interview with Troy Bayless, the co-owner and bar manager of Holy Mountain. He tells us what he's been up to and what Holy Mountain is all about.
The Umami Reader: iPads as Plates, This is San Francisco
December 30, 2016
A restaurant in San Francisco that serves food on iPads, the mysterious Canadian whiskey fungus, an artist who knits ramen noodles, more food emoji.
Happy Hour: The Drake
December 28, 2016
A simple stirred cocktail, made with Cognac, Cardamaro, and Sour Cherry Bitters. Add sparkling wine to make it extra festive.
Raise a Glass to 2017 with the Kimura Rap Coupe
December 27, 2016
Representative of Japan's Jazz Age, the Kimura Rap Coupe is also an uncanny fit for today's times and aesthetic. Raise a glass of bubbly!
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!
Our Annual Gold Rush Sale Starts Today!
December 26, 2016
Annual Gold Rush Sale. Get 20% off 24K gold plated barware and gold-rimmed glassware. Sale starts December 26, ends December 31, 2016.
Today Only: 10% Off Sake Gumi Gift Subscriptions
December 24, 2016
Give the gift that keeps on giving – for six months or a year: Sake Gumi Gift Subscriptions for our monthly curated sake club.
The Umami Reader: A Rock'n'Roll Travel Guide to Osaka
December 23, 2016
Where to go in Osaka, a gingerbread Death Star, the worst artichoke dip ever, jackfruit, and William Faulkner's hot toddy recipe.
Today Only: 10% Off $100 Umami Mart Gift Cards
December 23, 2016
The Umami Mart Gift Card is the perfect last-minute gift that everyone wants. No shipping required - We send a code that can be redeemed online or in store.
Today Only: 10% Off Umami Mart Travel Mugs
December 22, 2016
The Umami Mart Travel Mug is designed by Studio Arhoj in Denmark. This double-walled ceramic mug with removable rubber sip top keeps coffee or tea warm.
Today Only: 10% Off Seamless Plain Mixing Glasses
December 21, 2016
Manufactured in Japan for Umami Mart, our Seamless Plain Mixing Glass is crafted from sturdy, high-quality glass and has an elegant minimalist design.
Event Recap: The Complete Cocktail Manual Author Event and Demo
December 20, 2016
A recap of Lou Bustamante's book signing of the Complete Cocktail Manual and cocktail making demo at Umami Mart, with Ramen Shop bartender Chris Lane.