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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.
Today Only: 10% Off Haku Black Garlic and Matsutake Shoyu
December 20, 2016
Haku Shoyu are made in Kyoto by masters of the craft. Haku's two newest shoyu come in elegant black ceramic bottles topped with a stopper lid.
Today Only: 10% off Studio Arhoj Black Melting Mugs
December 19, 2016
Sometimes, we're feeling downright dark. And that's why we're glad to be offering a darker alternative to our collection of Studio Arhoj Melting Mugs.
Today Only: 10% Off Umami Mart Japanese Spice Sets
December 18, 2016
The Umami Mart Japanese Spice Set features: Shichimi Togarashi, Umami Salt and Japanese Curry Powder. Packed in white gift box.
Today Only: 10% Off Japanify All Day
December 17, 2016
This self-published recipes zine was written by Umami Mart co-founder, Yoko Kumano.. It features 20 of her favorite simple Japanese recipes.
The Umami Reader: Try This Instant Ramen Hack
December 16, 2016
How to make your instant ramen taste better, the benefits of psychedelic mushrooms, psychedelic honey hunters, rock climbing to find medicinal herbs, more.
Today Only: 10% Off Copper Tamago Pans
December 16, 2016
Tamagoyaki is a Japanese rolled omelet. To properly make tamagoyaki, you must use a proper rectangular pan to keep its neat shape while it gently cooks.
Sake Gumi News: funk•y (December 2016)
December 15, 2016
This month's sakes defy expectations and are undeniably funky. With mushroomy aromas or yeasty flavors, they throw curveballs in how they’ve been brewed.