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Upcoming Event: Drink More Whiskey Book Party + Tasting
June 30, 2014
For all of ya'll who have been suggested we hold more, ehem, "alcohol education courses,"...
Umami Mart Map: The Chronicles of Nagoya
June 23, 2014
Instead of reaching there via a Wardrobe route, Nagoya is about a two-hour bullet train...
Japanify: How to Make Japanese Curry from SCRATCH
June 18, 2014
A step-by-step recipe on how to make Japanese curry WITHOUT using pre-made, boxed roux.
The Ramen Shaman: Gundam (Kyoto)
June 16, 2014
My trip to Kyoto was awesome for many reasons. Temples, new friends, raw nature, or...
Upcoming Event: The Forest Feast Cookbook Party
June 12, 2014
We are so excited to finally announce a proper soiree for Erin Gleeson's new cookbook,...
TSG Hard Strong Glass Factory (Chiba)
June 5, 2014
When Kayoko and I started choosing glassware for the shop, we wanted simple and functional...
Upcoming Event: A Pop-Up Dinner with JICCA from Tokyo (OAK)
May 30, 2014
This event is SOLD OUT! Umami Mart + Ordinaire + Selection Massale welcomes JICCA from...
Postcard from Kyoto: Kiln
May 26, 2014
We are having a blast in Japan, gallivanting through Gifu, Kyoto and Osaka. This trip,...
Off to Japan!
May 19, 2014
Yoko and I are on our way to Japan again! This time to Gifu prefecture...
Slightly Peckish: Tim's Kitchen (HK)
May 16, 2014
On my last night in Hong Kong, my friend S asked one of her Chinese...
MOTOism: Homemade Mustard
May 14, 2014
Homemade mustard is the best, both for cost and taste. Plus, it is almost impossible to fail. Try this step-by-step customizable recipe for making mustard.
Upcoming Event: The Fragrance of Whisky (For Ladies Only!)
May 12, 2014
This women-only event is a collaboration with the Women & Whiskies program and is sponsored...