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October 17th, Okinawa Soba Day [CULTURE Gourmet]
A bowl of soba is to Okinawa what a hamburger is to America. Here on the island you can see Okinawa soba signs everywhere. It has become ent...Read More
Shurijo Castle Park’s Ryukyu Traditional… [CULTURE Gourmet LIFE]
Within Shuri Castle lies a special room that at one time was used as a waiting room for special guest. This room was used by princes, variou...Read More
Traditional sweets in Okinawa, its since… [CULTURE Gourmet Ryukyu History]
Though Okinawa is part of Japan, the island has had many influences from China, as well as from other cultures from around the world. One of...Read More
2015.03.30
Canadian Beef makes Okinawa stepping stone to Asian markets [Gourmet]
Most of people residing on Okinawa know about prime American beef and its Australian counterpart. But there’s now a new kid on the block that’s aiming to create a foothold in the J...
2015.03.08
It’s all about Green at Key’s Cafe [Gourmet]
Key’s Café is ‘Going Green’ next week, and patrons will find it easy to get caught up in the excitement, merely by wearing something green. St. Patrick’s Day is always special, but...
2015.03.05
Gourmet foods competition pits local restaurants [Gourmet]
The 4th Naha Meshi Grand Prix is the latest of the popular cooking events to be held this weekend, with nearly two dozen Okinawa restaurants bringing their chefs and special dishes...
2015.02.20
Okinawa Food Flea tickles tastebuds for third time [Gourmet]
A unique food event that debuted on Okinawa six months ago was so much fun it came back in November, and now public demand is such that it’s happening again this Sunday. The Okinaw...
2015.02.20
Palates ready for tasty Okinawa A-lunch competition [Gourmet]
The 4th Koza A Lunch Championship is only hours away, with Okinawan restaurants gearing up for a Sunday battle of the palates, with the public serving as the judges who determine w...
2015.02.20
Fresh, tasty veggie festa on tap in Okinawa City [Gourmet]
The 3rd Nuchigusui Festa, a festival featuring organic and natural farmed vegetables, is showcasing its wares Saturday and Sunday in Okinawa City. The festival is also a sales even...
2015.02.09
From Tokyo fast food to American main stream, history of sushi [Gourmet]
By David Higgins The history of sushi began in the 8th century. Due to the fact that there were no refrigerators, people making sushi would preserve the fish and rice a little di...
2015.02.06
Bartenders compete for Awamori Cocktail Contest title [Gourmet]
The 11th All Japan Awamori Cocktail Contest kicks off Sunday afternoon with more than two dozen of Asia’s best bartenders wanting to win the title of ‘Best Awamori Cocktail Artisa...
2014.12.22
Grand Blue Christmas Specials served with wine list to match [Gourmet]
A downright authentic Italian restaurant with a spectacular view overlooking central Okinawa from its hilltop location in Kitanakagusuku is brightening the holiday season with a go...
2014.11.27
Okinawa gourmet championship seeks hungry voters [Gourmet]
The island’s C-1 gourmet food battle is coming up this weekend as nearly twenty restaurants pit their chefs’ pots and pans against one another, with the public ultimately deciding ...
2014.11.14
Unique ‘Food Flea’ market in Mihama gears up Sunday [Gourmet]
Virtually everyone loves going to flea markets, searching for bargains on just about anything. Sunday’s flea market at Chatan Fisharina is one with a twist; the items being sold ar...
2014.10.08
TAJ Yomitan fetes first anniversary [Gourmet]
The popular Indian restaurant TAJ, Yomitan Branch, is celebrating its first anniversary during the month of October by offering a 15 percent discount on all of its dinners through ...
2014.09.29
Vegetarianism – Is it possible on Okinawa? [Gourmet]
When most North Americans hear the words “Japanese diet”, the first thing that comes to mind is “sushi”. However, sushi is only one of the items in a varied diet consisting of sta...
2014.09.25
Ryubo brings culinary delights of Hokkaido to Okinawa [Gourmet]
Exhibitions and sales always attract and excite people, and the Hokkaido Exhibition and Sale running through next Monday at Ryubo Department Store is no exception. Ryubo has a long...
2014.09.16
Japan Burger King bringing wild, black burger to menu [Gourmet]
A burger bun that is black? Really? Burger King says ‘yes’ to the new burger being introduced Sep. 19th as part of its fifth anniversary celebration of the American burger chain’s...
2014.08.31
Savor autumn with Renaissance Italian dishes [Gourmet]
Autumn is just around the corner, at least at the Renaissance Resort on Okinawa’s northwest coast, with the unveiling of Italian pasta and sweets inspired by the cool autumn themes...
2014.08.11
Craft beers are worth drinking for the taste! [Gourmet]
By David Higgins If you are in Okinawa and enjoy drinking beer, then this article is for you. Thankfully, Japan is blessed with incredibly lenient public drinking laws that allow ...
2014.07.28
Three little restaurants you should know about [Gourmet]
By David Higgins If you ever walk around Koza/Gate 2 area during the day you’d be surprised to discover there are some culinary treasures lurking within the shadows of the rundown ...
2014.07.12
Ishigaki Beef possesses amazing healthy qualities [Gourmet]
By David Higgins When the phrase “Japanese beef” is mentioned, the first thing that comes to mind is Kobe beef. However, there is another type of beef produced in Ishigaki, Okinaw...
2014.07.12
Salvatore Cuomo at Manza Beach serves best Napoli pizza [Gourmet]
Salvatore Cuomo’s name is synonymous with Napoli Pizza in Japan, and his creations are stirring plenty of attention at the ANAIntercontinental Manza Beach Resort. Salvatore Cuomo i...
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