Last year, we sold out of our limited-edition porcelain travel mug designed exclusively for Umami Mart by Studio Arhoj. We got so many emails and walk-in customers asking us – sometimes begging us – to bring it back. One customer wrote, “It is my favorite mug and I cannot find it anywhere on your website. Do you […]
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March 10, 2016
This Just In: Hasami Walnut Tray
We recently added a new product to our popular collection of Hasami Porcelain tea and coffeeware: the dark and handsome Walnut Tray. Like its lighter wood alternative, the Oak Tray, the Walnut version functions as both a cover and plate/coaster for Hasami mugs, sugar pots, and milk pitchers. Made from solid walnut wood, it goes well with Brown, […]
February 25, 2016
Umami Mart: Land of the Free (Shipping on Orders $125+)
We’re always looking for ways to thank you for shopping with us, so here’s something new we’re excited to announce: When you spend $125 or more at Umami Mart, we’ll cover the cost of shipping. Yep, that’s free shipping for orders of $125 or more! Qualifying orders will be shipped via USPS or FedEx Ground. […]
February 18, 2016
#ThriftyThursdaySpecial: 20% Off Moscow Mule Copper Mugs!
We took a little hiatus on our #ThriftyThursdaySpecials, but we’re back with a deal that’s pretty damn special: 20% off our Moscow Mule Copper Mugs. That’s $30.40 a piece! Made in Japan by Asahi, these mugs are composed of a pure hammered copper cup and a brass handle. They hold 12 oz. of liquid – […]
February 4, 2016
Why Does Jim Meehan of NYC’s PDT Love the Birdy Shaker?
We just got a new cobbler shaker in the shop – the Birdy CS500! It’s got a cool sounding name and a sleek, sexy design that helps chill drinks and prevents watery cocktails. But we were completely sold on the Birdy after our friend Jim Meehan of beloved NYC speakeasy, Please Don’t Tell (PDT), gave it his stamp […]
January 28, 2016
Falernum: A Taste of Tiki
If you’re daydreaming of lounging in warm, faraway places with a drink in hand, we have something for you: Tippleman’s Falernum. While it won’t physically take you away, adding falernum to your rum, tequila, or even bourbon drink will at least take your mouth on a tropical vacation. Just what is falernum, you ask? It’s a sweet, thick syrup […]
January 21, 2016
Matcha Salt – It’s Like Green Gold Dust
We quickly sold out of these jars of Matcha Salt during the holidays. No surprise, because this stuff is like gold – green gold! A sprinkle can finish and elevate a dish with earthy umami flavor. We recently replenished our supply of Matcha Salt, which are made just for us by our friends at Oaktown Spice […]
January 15, 2016
Dream of Sushi with Jiro Gastronomy
A video posted by Umami Mart (@umamimart) on Jan 15, 2016 at 12:38pm PST Â You’ve probably seen Jiro Dreams of Sushi and are dreaming of the day you’ll eat at Sukiyabashi Jiro in Tokyo. Getting a reservation at this 10-seat, 3-Michelin star restaurant run by 90-year old Jiro Ono, who some consider the world’s greatest […]
December 17, 2015
Umami Mart Gift Sets Make Holiday Shopping Easy Breezy
We’ve put together a few gift sets to make holiday shopping super easy for you. But if none of these fit the bill, we’ve got several suggestions for presents $25 and under, $50 and under, and $100 and under. Or an Umami Mart Gift Card is a great way to shop for those you just don’t know what to […]