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Japanese Sake and Food Pairing 17
Sizzling Wagyu Loin x Kubota Junmai Daiginjo
At Rin-Tei, one of our signature dishes that continues to impress guests is the Sizzling Wagyu Loin. This popular entrée is a perfect example of the creativity and presentation that define the Rin-Tei dining experience. Using American Wagyu, our chef carefully prepares the beef with a unique cooking technique, creating a beautifully tender center with […]
Understanding Sake Polishing Ratios – Discover the Difference at Rin-Tei
When exploring Japanese sake, one of the first terms you’ll encounter is “seimai buai”, or the rice polishing ratio. This number tells you how much of each grain of rice remains after polishing. For example, a polishing ratio of 50% means that half of the rice grain has been polished away, leaving only the pure […]
Japanese Sake and Food Pairing 15 –
Tuna & Wasabi-Nori Tartare x Dassai Sparkling
This is the fifteenth pairing introduced by Chef Yasu of Rin-Tei. At Rin-Tei, we are always excited to introduce new flavors that reflect our passion for creative Japanese-inspired cuisine and carefully selected sake. One of our newest pairings features the Tuna & Wasabi-Nori Tartare alongside Dassai Sparkling, a combination that perfectly captures the refreshing and […]
Japanese Sake and Food Pairing 14 –
Crispy Spicy Chicken Wings with a refreshing Yuzu Nigori Sake
This is the fourteenth pairing introduced by Chef Yasu of Rin-Tei. At Rin-Tei, one of the most satisfying pairings for the warmer season is our Spicy Chicken Wings served with OZEKI Nigori Sake YUZU. This pairing captures the balance of bold flavor and refreshing character that Rin-Tei highlights through thoughtful food and sake pairings. Rin-Tei’s […]
Japanese Sake and Food Pairing 12 – Kra Pao with Beef x Shirakabegura Tokubetsu Junmai
This is the twelfth pairing introduced by Chef Yasu of Rin-Tei. At Rin-Tei, as the weather begins to warm, one dish steadily rises in popularity—our Kra Pao with Beef. This vibrant entrée captures the bold, energizing flavors that guests crave during the hotter months. The lively heat of chili peppers and the distinctive, numbing aroma […]