There are lots and lots of Japanese products with English words on them. But they don't have to make sense 'cause English is kewl...
Don't count on Wasabi to clear your nose (according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology)
The City of Austin
now has a handy searchable database of restaurant inspection scores.
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As of July 31st, our favorite Japanese grocery store, Asahi Imports, has moved from its hidden location on North Loop to a more prominent storefront at the Northeast corner of Burnet Road and Koenig Lane. It appears to have more fresh produce and packaged foods, while having somewhat less kitchen utensils and knick-knacks. Still, the same friendly service and, of course, fresh shiso!!!!
Asahi Imports
6105 Burnet Road
Austin, Texas 78757
(512) 453-1850
Maiko is now officially under construction at 311 W. Sixth Street, former home of Demi Epicurious, and spitting distance from Kenichi. Houston restaurateur Larry Chen, who opened Kobe and Hido in Houston, plans to open Maiko in late November according to this story from the Statesman. Dick Clark Architecture (they also designed Kenichi) will be helming the remodel.
My open letter to Chronicle Food Editor, Virginia Wood, has had little effect on our currently chilled relationship (the letter is here). But not to worry, the friendly staff of Austin Sushi News is planning an all-out frontal assault to fight terrorism and win Virginia back into the fold!
Central
Market's Cooking School has been serving up monthly
classes of "Hands-On Sushi 101" featuring Tim Thomas of Origami.
The next class is Thursday, October 14th, 6:30pm-9:30pm. Menu includes:
Miso Soup, Spicy Baked Mussels, Ahi Poke, Soft-Shell Crab
Roll with Teriyaki
Sauce,
Albacore Tuna Nigri with Ponzu Sauce, Origami Roll, and Tekka Roll.
Cost: $55
ERRATA: I erred in the last edition of Austin Sushi News. Banzai Sushi and Grill, located at the corner of N. Lamar and 39 1/2 Street, is not a sushi bar. They do, however, serve plenty of sushi (table service only).
Maiko Sushi
311 W. 6th Street
Austin, Texas 78701
(512) ???-????