Umami Mart

Today the sun has crossed the equator and we in the Earth’s northern hemisphere are treated to the introduction of the Spring season. With each spring season comes a celebration dating back nearly 3,000 years. The traditions of this celebration, Nouroz, has changed very little. It is still a time to gather and celebrate with […]

A month ago, if you asked me what I thought of the Japanese system regarding Valentine’s Day I would have given two enthusiastic thumbs DOWN. The first two weeks of February are madness. Pretty little Japanese girls swarm the streets and consequently, the department stores, in search of the perfect overpriced box of chocolates for […]