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Japanese Sake and Food Pairing Part 11 — Green Curry × Kubota Senju Ginjo
This is the eleventh installment of our Japanese sake and food pairing series presented by Chef Yasu at Rin-Tei in San Mateo. One of Rin-Tei’s long-time guest favorites is our Green Curry. Many guests return specifically for this dish, drawn to its comforting warmth and layered complexity. The harmony of Thai basil oil, fragrant green curry […]
Masu : Craftsmanship Meets Sake at Rin-Tei
At Rin-Tei, we serve sake in a traditional wooden masu cup using the generous “mori-koboshi” style—where the sake is poured until it gently overflows into a saucer below. This presentation is more than a visual flourish. At Rin-Tei, it is our way of sharing Japanese history, hospitality, and craftsmanship with every guest. Originally, the masu […]
What Is Wagyu? — Understanding Wagyu and Enjoying It at Rin-Tei
Wagyu is often spoken of as the ultimate beef, but the term is sometimes misunderstood. “Wagyu” literally means “Japanese cow” and refers to specific cattle breeds that originated in Japan. Japanese Wagyu is famous for its intense marbling, melt-in-your-mouth texture, and luxurious richness. However, it is important to distinguish between Japanese-produced Wagyu and Wagyu raised […]
Japan Sake and Food Pairing -PART2-
This is the second pairing introduced by Rin-Tei’s chef Yasu. Choose a Japanese sake to go with the popular Garlic Shrimp from Rin-Tei’s Appetizer. Slow-sautéed Hawaiian-style Garlic Shrimp can be eaten whole shell. The crispy texture and garlic butter aroma will whet your appetite. For Garlic Shrimp with such a strong aroma, we recommend “Shirakabekura […]