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Umami Mart started as a food blog back in 2007 by a ragtag group of food lovers around the world who gave an unique, unapologetic perspective.
Hawker Fare closed because of the glut of restaurants in Oakland, but also the expectation that ethnic restaurants should be cheap. This and more food news.
Mirin, or sweet cooking sake, is an integral ingredient in Japanese cuisine to add umami and sweetness, richness. But not all mirin is the same.
Takikomi Gohan (mixed rice) is a Japanese comfort food that fills the kitchen with an earthy aroma. Made with shiitake mushrooms and hijiki.
Food stuff you should know about this week, Immigrant support in the restaurant industry, the California Croissant, a Bourdain profile, cat wine, and more.
We took over the taps at The Trappist, filling them with Japanese beers. Also, Aburaya Japanese fried chicken + Team Print Shop screen printing shirts.
Extra dry sakes are refreshing when enjoyed cold and take the edge off after a long day when served warm. Learn more 4 extra dry sakes in our sake club.
Blue Willow Teaspot is a new tea cafe in Berkeley that has a tiny Japanese tearoom where visitors can experience the ceremonial preparation of matcha.
This week's food & drink news: Matcha Green Tea Curry, an ebay auction for a Cheeto that looks like Harambe, vintage Taco Bell decor, and more.
During Japanify month, we’re throwing a Japanify Golden Ticket Contest and two parties, so that you can Japanify all month with us!
This is a refreshing cocktail that is low in alcohol. I hope that it excites and inspires passion and love this Valentine's Day!
Welcome to Bay Eats Japan, where we’ll alert you to newly and soon-to-be opened Japanese restaurants and bars in the Bay Area.