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Umami Map: Oakland Chinatown
March 24, 2014
One of the joys of working in Old Oakland is Chinatown. We're only steps away...
The Ramen Shaman: Ichiran (Shimokitazawa)
March 21, 2014
Oh Ichiran. I was very anti-you for a long time because of your bizarre seating...
Slightly Peckish: Shanghai Crab Noodle at Hong Kong Lao Shang Hai Restaurant (HK)
March 19, 2014
In Hong Kong, one of the places my friend S insisted we try was one...
Tokyo JUNKtion: Hosomaki Diaries
March 17, 2014
Trends in roll combinations in the States are rapid, with so many joints coming up...
The Vin Vivant: Celebrating Pi Day With Bstilla
March 14, 2014
My first encounter with phyllo roll — Wow. Cinnamon-spiced chicken with raisins, chickpeas and almonds...
MOTOism: Homemade Miso
March 12, 2014
Making miso is actually very easy. All you need are soybeans, salt, and koji. Here is a step-by-step guide to making miso at home.
Kuishinbo: Easy Homemade Mirin
March 10, 2014
Easy step-by-step instructions on how to make your own Japanese cooking sake, or mirin, at home.
Postcard from Nahoko: A Pale Tone
March 7, 2014
A popular snack in Taiwan, these sandwiches contain a fried egg, rousong (pork floss), and...
Event Recap: Ramen Shop in Brooklyn!
March 5, 2014
By Anna de Castro Just when I thought February in NY could not get any...
Ask a Bartender: The Chrysanthemum
March 3, 2014
My alcohol tolerance is not what it used to be, sadly. The morning after a...
The Ramen Shaman: Nagi (Golden Gai)
March 1, 2014
Nagi, Nagi, Nagi. This one's been near the top of my ever-expanding ramen bucket list...
Event Recap: Japan Beer Fest 2014
February 26, 2014
San Francisco Beer Week 2014 took place February 6th-16th, celebrating the Bay Area craft-beer scene...