Condiment Crack

July 21, 2010

Condiment Crack: JPN Mayonnaise Series (Kenko)

by Kayoko

Condiment Crack: Japanese Mayo

In Umamimart’s three year history, I can’t believe we’ve never devoted a post to Japanese mayonnaise. We reference this stuff all the time, but have never really covered it. Blasphemy!

Japanese mayo is more tart than the regular American version. This is because vinegar
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July 7, 2010

Condiment Crack: Maldon Sea Salt

by Kayoko

Condiment Crack: Maldon Sea Salt

Meet Maldon Sea Salt. This is the product that inspired me to start this column. This is my crack.

No joke, it’s like MSG– except it’s au naturale. I sprinkle it on everything. Eggs, vegetables, meats… EVERYTHING. Not while cooking,
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June 23, 2010

Condiment Crack: Tapatio To-Go

by Kayoko

Condiment Crack: Tapatio To-Go

Ho Ho Ho, look what I found. Tapatio PACKETS!!!! You Californians might be used to this kind of goodness, but as a longtime expat, this is a HUGE DISCOVERY.

Walked over to Lanesplitter the other day for a pizza, and they
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