Marvel Comics unveils...

New Comic Series "5 Ronin" set to unveil at JCC March 14th.

Introducing 5 Ronin : Marvel Comics, Dassai Sake and Japanese Culinary Center, three universes meet as one.

The Japanese Culinary Center is please to present "An Exclusive Evening of Superheroes and Sake", a one of a kind event celebrating the release of Marvel Comics' newest weekly publishing event, 5 Ronin!

Please join guests from Marvel Comics, the JCC and Dassai Sake as the comic book and culinary worlds collide at the unveiling of this new mini-series, set in feudal Japan!

Marvel editor Sebastian Girner and Talent Scout C.B. Cebulski will both be on hand to discuss this ground-breaking comic colloboration, as well as talk about Marvel's long history with Japan and its culture in their comics. Artist Andy MacDonald will also be in attendance to debut a special "Illustrated Guide to Sake Production",which looks at past and present sake brewing techniques in a unique way... through comic book panels!

A tasting of Dassai Sake will be served during the event. The perfect libation bringing American and Japanese art, and passion together.

This event will be held at the Japanese Culinary Center. Established in 2009, the JCC hosts a myriad of events semi-monthly showcasing Japanese cuisine, beverages and culture.

For more info on 5 Ronin, please visit:

http://marvel.com/news/story/14778/marvels_deadliest_heroes_the_5_ronin

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Taste of Kikusui

Taste of Kikusui

= The sake of Happiness =

"KIKUSUI Shuzo" is one of the finest breweries in Japan. They have been putting their efforts into discovering not only sensational sakes, but innovative new concepts as well. One such new concept is the development of a computer that pairs sake with its ideal food.

We are planning to bring a variety of Kikusui sakes (including the first USDA certified organic sake made in Japan) to pair with its perfectly matching food. We will be cooking with them as well.

Please join us in experiencing the bold and interesting new flavors!.

Tuesday, December 15th, 2009

Time 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Location: Japanese Culinary Center

711 3rd Ave. New York, NY 10017 (On 45th St. Btw. 2nd & 3rd Ave.)

Charge: $65 per person (Limited 16 seatings)

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On the Menu:

-Aperitif-

Kikusui Funaguchi on the Rocks

-Appetizer-

Truffled Mousse of Foie Gras on Toast Points with Funaguchi Jelly and Pickled Onions

*Paired with Kikusui Junmai Ginjo

-Soup-

Kikusui Clam Chowder with Oysters

*Paired with Kikusui Organic Junmai Ginjo

-Main-

Koshihikari Risotto with Pork Cheeks Braised in Sake

*Paired with Kikusui Karakuchi Junmai

-Dessert-

Kikusui Funaguchi Sorbet

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**Reservations are on a first come first served basis. There will be a sixteen person limit. **

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Kikusui Brewing

Kikusui Brewing firmly believes in contributing to a more affluent life through sake, by creating joy through its pursuit for better liquor.

[What is "quality Sake"?] Sincce its foundation in 1881(Meiji 14), Kikusui is continuing a theme of investigation. Raising the quality so that whenever one drinks the Sake, it's always delicious. It is an important matter that there has been no changes now nor in the past and even in the future. Various things brim over in the market today, so people can be chosen freely. High-quality products are already a common thing in these days. Buying something is a part of means. The interest of the person is poured into how they can spend enjoyable and euphoric time through the products. Of course, Sake isn't also an exception. Here, Kikusui stops and considers it once again. What is "quality sake" for the customer? What is "quality Sake " for the seller? What is "quality Sake" for society? And what is "quality Sake" for producer? We will do our best in order to brew high-quality Sake and propose enjoyable life-style with Sake, and these are the solution to four questions. To make the Sake world interestiong and offer poeple the enjoyable time with Sake, this is the misson of Kikusui. (http://www.kikusui-sake.com/)

Matsuri Restuarant - Sake / Hot Pot Night

Great Turnout Last Night!!!

Thanks to all who came out.

Please join us for an evening of Japanese Hot Pot and Sake Pairings!

In partnership with LUCKYRICE, Japanese Culinary Center and the best-selling cookbook, "Japanese Hot Pots" by Tadashi Ono and Harris Salat, we invite you to a Japanese foodie event that will hit your inner palate!

Tuesday, November 17th

6 - 8 pm
Tickets: $35/per person at the door

Featuring a variety of Hot Pot Dishes and an extensive portfolio of Premium Sakes including Tengumai Yamahai, Shirakabegura Tokubetsu, Dassai 50 and more. Be sure to reserve your spot before tickets sell out: info@matsurinyc.com

Simple Cooking - Saba no Shio Yaki

Saba No Shio Yaki

Take Mackerel out of the package...
Dab with paper towel and place on prep tray. Drizzle some dry sake over the fillets and gently rub.
Let the sake absorb into the meat for about 5 minutes. Dab dry and sprinkle sea salt. Let rest for 20 minutes.
In the mean time, get your charcoal grill ready.
(I usually create a 4 by 10 briquette wall of charcoal down the middle of the grill. This usually gives me enough room to move stuff around and lends to great heat control)
Place fillets onto partial direct heat (skin side down) and flip after 6 minutes. Flip again after 4 minutes and get the skin nice and crispy. Remove and plate.
Garnish and serve immediately.

What can be easier... It's extremely delicious and healthy as well.

Fushimi (Staten Island)

Hana Sake and Kissui Vodka Event
(Sunday 12noon to 5pm)
Fushimi Restaurant
2110 Richmond Rd.
Staten Island, NY 10306

Come check out our event.
We are kicking off some tasty libations and signature sushi rolls here at Fushimi's Annual Gala.

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Mr. Jones

NY Mutual Trading is excited for the much anticipated opening of Mr. Jones, featuring Chef Bryan Emperor.
Mr. Jones will be highlighting Yakitori, with all the fixins.

Mr. Jones
www.mrjonesnyc.com
243 E 14th St (between 2nd & 3rd)
New York, NY 10003
(212) 253-7670