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Sake Thursdays by Call Me Ten: A Taste of Japan in Every Sip and Morsel

Call Me Ten, the newest entrant in the Japanese fine dining scene in India’s capital has launched “Sake Thursdays”—an initiative designed to elevate the sake experience for gastronomes each week. This unique culinary journey, where exquisite Japanese cuisine meets the delicate, nuanced flavors of premium sake, promises a sophisticated yet inviting experience. As Japanese sake […]

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Kan or Warm Sake: Tradition in a Cup

Sake is a uniquely versatile beverage, with some types offering the flexibility of serving at different temperatures. Unlike most beverages, the same sake can reveal distinct aromas and textures whether chilled, room temperature, or gently warmed. This adaptability makes warm sake a comforting yet sophisticated choice, especially during cooler months. Warm sake, or kanzake (燗酒),

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ProWine Mumbai 2024 Hosts Largest-Ever Showcase of Japanese Drinks in India

The Japanese Pavilion at ProWine Mumbai 2024 set a new benchmark as the largest-ever showcase of Japanese drinks in India. Featuring an impressive array of renowned sake brands alongside Shochu, Awamori, liqueurs, and more, the pavilion offered a deep dive into Japan’s rich beverage culture. Guests were treated to innovative cocktails crafted at a dedicated

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Chiba Shoyu-India’s first locally produced authentic Japanese Soy Sauce launched by Kampai Restaurants

India’s culinary scene has reached an exciting new frontier, thanks to an ambitious project led by Kampai, a reckonable name in the Indian restaurant industry. In a first for the nation, authentic Japanese soy sauce called Chiba Shoyu is now being produced locally. This development marks a historic moment in Indo-Japanese collaboration. This milestone comes

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Sake evening by Sake Club India at Torii by Gauri Khan, Mumbai

Sake’s journey in India took an exciting step forward at Torii by Gauri Khan Mumbai, where we recently hosted an exclusive Sake evening in collaboration with the restaurant’s acclaimed culinary team. This intimate evening offered a rare opportunity to delve into the art of Japanese sake, harmonised with Torii’s innovative six-course menu crafted by Chef

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Ravi and Maaya

Japanese Food Festival and World Food Expo in New Delhi

September-October 2024 was designated as “Japan Month” by the Embassy of Japan in India, with the goal of strengthening bilateral relations between India and Japan across various sectors. The wide range of activities during Japan Month includes seminars, symposia, and exhibitions, with Japanese drinks and cuisine playing a key role in the festivities. We had

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Sake offering at Daisuke Shinto shrine.

World Sake Day: A Global Celebration of Japan’s National Beverage

World Sake Day, or Nihonshu no Hi in Japanese, is celebrated every year on October 1st, marking the start of the traditional Sake brewing season in Japan. Established in 1978 by the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association, this day honours Japan’s ancient sake brewing traditions and invites the world to join in the celebration.

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