and frozen and aimed at the Japanese market. Such products also have a stronger ginger flavor and more sweetness than kara-age made in Japan. Chicken marinated with whisky, how delightfully Cantonese! A dried pork recipe I have...

Orion Suntory? Never seen their beer, even in Japanese markets. At least we get their whisky here. Actually I’ve never seen Hitachino at a Japanese market either. My last visit to one yielded Japanese-brewed Asahi (in large...

say “this one is best.” But what about Japanese shochu, beer, and whiskies? What are the best, and also easily available types or brands in each area? Also what are the toasts said before / after drinking? Cheers,...

You might want to check out the Hole In One bar (53rd@2ndAve). It is run by a Japanese fellow and specializes in single-malt whiskies. Some food is served. Do a web search to find more info if you are curious.

One option, if you’re buying for a confirmed Scotch drinker, might be to go with something unexpected, yet in the neighborhood; say, a Japanese whisky (e.g., Suntory Yamazaki 12 yr.). That way you’re less likely...

://www.restaurantesanmarco.com/total.html The Japanese retaurant at the Afonso XIII is not bad either, but probably not what you are looking for :o)

the moisture content and gives it a smoke flavor that compliments well the inherent tangy sweetness of the daikon. Try it as “otsumami” with an Islay single-malt whisky. The smoky saltiness of it matches well with...

as a more potent Japanese spirit that was not as strong as a vodka or a whisky, but stronger than wine or sake. I decided to give their 3 shochu flight a go. It consisted of a small board with 3 glasses each containing about 1.5...

peatiness/smokiness. There is variation on citrus flavors, intensity and body. And for something quite different, I’m gonna continue pushing Japanese and Indian whisky (Amrut in particular).

to Port. The longer story goes back 30 years and involves single-malt whisky and golf. Nothing is peculiar about that marriage; after all, both share the same Gaelic origin. What may seem unusual is that New York City’s...

For something completely different, but quite scotch-like, I would recommend giving a Japanese Whisky or Amrut, an Indian Whisky a try. Only 2 Japanese varieties are available in the US – Yamazaki 12 and Yamazaki 18....

unique/rare as none of the guys are from the area. So, McAllen or other brand name scotches/whiskies won’t do. Anything under $100/bottle works. I realize this is a fairly open ended questions and everyone has their own...

Whoa! Those are some monster bourbons for a beginner. Rye boubon is sharp and therefore not for the weak of heart. And Knob Creek is 100 proof. My suggestion would be an Irish Whisky. They don’t often have the alcoholic...

so, is it time to let the cat out of the bag? anyone ever been to this secret japanese restaurant/bar on 2nd ave. in the 50’s? i hear it’s kinda like the japanese RAO’S to get in and is very pricey. how’s...

of armagnacs and other liqueurs. But there were no great bottles of wine available for nonregulars. It is a tourist mecca for Americans and Japanese.