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Did you know that there are two types of Matcha? Koicha and Usucha. The frothy kind that you usually have the opportunity to drink, is a light, thin tea called usucha. Koicha is what you drink after a meal at a formal tea ceremony, before the thin tea, and is very thick.

Did you know that there are two types of Matcha? Koicha and Usucha. The frothy kind that you usually have the opportunity to drink, is a light, thin tea called usucha. Koicha is what you drink after a meal at a formal tea ceremony, before the thin tea, and is very thick.

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This nikomi is another incredibly tasty pork dish from my absolute favorite izakaya.Different parts of pork are simmered in a soy sauce-based broth in a big hot pot. Under all the pork, you’ll find tofu that’s been quickly simmered and has soaked up all the flavour. I always order a boiled egg as a topping- it’s cooked in the same pot and tastes amazing.On top, there’s chunky chopped leek, Japanese mustard, and I usually sprinkle some shichimi, a Japanese chilli spice.The umami is deep, and the flavour and texture are rich and complex. Honestly, it’s hard to describe just how good it is- but one thing’s for sure: it goes perfectly with a beer!