The story of Japan’s Hatcho miso, from battle rations for samurais to hotel cocktails

The story of Japan’s Hatcho miso, from battle rations for samurais to hotel cocktails

In a city once ruled by fierce samurai, where landmarks whisper the deeds of legendary warriors and dramatic battles, another story also began: that of Hatcho miso. Nagoya has a centuries-old tradition of making Hatcho miso, a paste-like Japanese seasoning based on a local recipe and using special techniques. The Sengoku period, a tumultuous era … Read more

14 Hong Kong restaurants and bars to try in December 2024, from new names to reopenings

14 Hong Kong restaurants and bars to try in December 2024, from new names to reopenings

Hong Kong has no shortage of new places to eat and drink in the run-up to Christmas. Among them are imports from Japan – such as an eel rice restaurant from Nagoya and a trendy cheesecake shop – as well as a new bar concept from the UK. Diners can try out a Bangladeshi restaurant … Read more