Upcoming Sake Events 
NYC: Joy of Sake Aftertaste: “Karakuchi”
[ July 10, 2008; 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm. ] Joy of Sake Aftertaste:
What is “Karakuchi”?
You often hear people in sushi bars ask for dry, or “karakuchi,” sake. But what exactly does this mean? Does it have to do with sweetness vs. acidity, as in wine, or do other factors come into play?
Sweetness is present in all sakes to a greater or lesser degree. […]
NYC: Sake Pairing Dinner - East Meets West
[ July 10, 2008; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ] Join the famed Saké Samurai Tim Sullivan for the first of Astor Center’s exclusive dinner series. This inaugural event focuses on shattering the misconception that saké can only be paired with Japanese fare. With Tim as your guide, you’ll dine on a six-course tasting menu prepared by Chef Alex Sorenson, each dish complemented by a […]
NYC: SAKAYA World Sake Tasting
[ July 11, 2008; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] World Sake Tasting at Sakaya
SAKAYA : 324 E. 9th Street (Between 1st & 2nd Ave.)
New York, NY 10003
212.505.SAKE (7253)
www.sakayanyc.com
San Diego: Sake Festival
[ July 16, 2008; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] What: 2008 Beer & Sake Festival
The festival over 30 artisan sakes, more than a dozen premium beers, and Japanese-inspired appetizers from San Diego’s top restaurants that demonstrate the wide range of flavors from Japan.
Where: W San Diego (421 West B Street, San Diego, CA 92101)
Who: Presented by Japan Society of San Diego […]
NYC: Sakaya Joto Sake Tasting
[ July 17, 2008; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Joto Sake Tasting at Sakaya
SAKAYA : 324 E. 9th Street (Between 1st & 2nd Ave.)
New York, NY 10003
212.505.SAKE (7253)
www.sakayanyc.com
NYC: Kyotofu Sake and Food Pairing Dinner
[ July 21, 2008; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ] Kyotofu Sake Tasting and Food Pairing with Sake Sommelier Chris Johnson.
Kyotofu presents a Sake Tasting event, featuring 5 different sakes all from teh award-winning Murai Family brewery.Paired with each sake will be a special Chef’s tasting menu (6 courses plus dessert).
FEE: $45 before tax and tip
Kyotofu
705 9th Ave
(between 48th and 49th Streets)
New York, NY 10019
212-974-6012
NYC: Sakaya Prestige Summer Nama Tasting
[ July 26, 2008; 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Sakaya Prestige Summer Nama TastingSAKAYA : 324 E. 9th Street (Between 1st & 2nd Ave.)
New York, NY 10003
212.505.SAKE (7253)
www.sakayanyc.com
NYC: Elements of Sake Class!
[ July 28, 2008; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. ] Please join me!! I am teaching a sake 101 class at the new Astor center called the “Elements of Sake.” This class is a fun, informative and tasty way to dive into the world of premium saké. We’ll walk you through every step of the saké production process to show you how master […]
Honolulu: Joy of Sake
[ August 28, 2008; 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm. ] JOY OF SAKE: HONOLULU
Join visiting brewers from Japanand sake enthusiasts from Hawaii and Japan to sample this year’s newly released fall sakes. Over 300 sakes, including gold and silver award winners from this year’s U.S. National Sake Appraisal, will be featured.
Good food and fine sake are made to be enjoyed […]
NYC: Joy Of Sake
[ September 25, 2008; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] JOY OF SAKE: NEW YORK
Join visiting brewers from Japan and sake enthusiasts from New York and Japan to sample this year’s newly released fall sakes. Over 300 sakes, including gold and silver award winners from this year’s U.S. National Sake Appraisal, will be featured.
Good food and fine sake are made to […]
San Francisco: Joy Of Sake
[ October 23, 2008; 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm. ] JOY OF SAKE: SAN FRANCISCO
Join visiting brewers from Japan and sake enthusiasts from San Francisco and Japan to sample this year’s newly released fall sakes. Over 300 sakes, including gold and silver award winners from this year’s U.S. National Sake Appraisal, will be featured.
Good food and fine sake are made to be enjoyed together. A […]