The Japanese Bar Newsletter 40
This week I tackle one of Japan’s great beverages: amazake. It’s highly nutritious and not too hard to make. Best of all, it’s an outstanding… Read More »The Japanese Bar Newsletter 40
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Easy Amazake Recipe
Amazake is sweet, delicious, and nutritious. This post briefly introduces this ancient Japanese rice drink and provides an easy alcohol-free amazake recipe you can make… Read More »Easy Amazake Recipe
The Japanese Bar Newsletter 39
September is here, and the nights are getting a little cooler. For whatever reason, this time of year always has me craving beer. Inspired, I… Read More »The Japanese Bar Newsletter 39
Best Japanese Beer Brands
Japanese beer is dominated by a few historic and well-known brands. But there are also countless interesting craft beers to explore. Prices vary wildly, and… Read More »Best Japanese Beer Brands
Ebi Nigiri and Sashimi
Ebi nigiri and sashimi might be on the menu of every sushi restaurant in the world. But what is it, and is it raw? There… Read More »Ebi Nigiri and Sashimi
Chu Toro
Toro, chu toro, and otoro are highly prized and expensive cuts of bluefin tuna. But what’s the difference? And is chu toro the better toro?… Read More »Chu Toro
Mebachi Maguro
Mebachi maguro is the most popular tuna for sushi and sashimi. But how does it compare to yellowfin and bluefin? And how does it taste?… Read More »Mebachi Maguro
The Japanese Bar Newsletter 38
My 31 Days of Sushi campaign wraps up early next week. And I can say with pride that I’ve never worked harder in my life.… Read More »The Japanese Bar Newsletter 38
Best Wine With Sushi
Sake and sushi can be an amazing combination. But what if you prefer wine? It turns out that there are some epic wine and sushi… Read More »Best Wine With Sushi
Shiro Maguro Sushi
Shiro maguro, or white tuna, is a hit at American sushi bars. It’s mild-flavored, clean, and delicious. But what are you really eating? This post… Read More »Shiro Maguro Sushi