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Proposition 65

Proposition 65

By: Alissa Umemoto Proposition 65 (formally titled "The Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986") is a California law passed by voters in 1986. Its goals are 1) to protect drinking water sources from toxic substances that may cause cancer and birth defects and 2) to reduce or eliminate exposures to harmful chemicals.…
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2016 Japanese Food & Restaurant Expo

2016 Japanese Food & Restaurant Expo

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OVER! Onsite registration is available on the day of the expo. Where: Pasadena Convention Center 300 E Green St., Pasadena, CA 91101 Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm alcohol sampling ends at 3pm Seminar Schedule 2015 Expo Photo Gallery Medama Catalog What is Japanese Food & Restaurant Expo? Mutual Trading Japanese Food…
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TEXSOM: Sake Recognition Day Among Wine Elites

TEXSOM: Sake Recognition Day Among Wine Elites

[metaslider id=5640]   The state of Texas ranks at the nation’s third largest foodservice market and alcohol consumption. Correspondingly, it also holds the third largest share of the Japanese food market in America, behind California and New York. Now with Toyota’s move to Plano pulling a migration of other Japanese companies to Texas, there’s anticipation…
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The Only Hamachi, You’ll Ever Want to Eat

The Only Hamachi, You’ll Ever Want to Eat

[caption id="attachment_5531" align="aligncenter" width="770"] “Fresher than Fresh”, Always Quality Premium Grade Japan-Harvest Hamachi (Image: Onsui Co., Ltd.)[/caption] NOT ALL HAMACHI ARE CREATED EQUAL. Cho-Rei-Kun Hamachi is naturally grown, and freeze-processed through a revolutionary system that enables the fish to maintain its “just caught” freshness until they’re defrosted for use.  Compare that to the majority of…
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Aji (Mackerel)

Aji (Mackerel)

[caption id="attachment_5511" align="aligncenter" width="770"] (Image Source)[/caption] Maru-aji and ma-aji are two of the most popular and widely-caught species of Aji. Caught in the southern part of Japan near East China Sea, Maru-aji is tastiest at its peak season - between March to June. Best for: Sashimi, sushi, tataki, marinated with vinegar, grilled, fried [caption id="attachment_5514"…
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Restaurant Trend Report: Taste of Japan

Restaurant Trend Report: Taste of Japan

[caption id="attachment_5482" align="aligncenter" width="770"] Chef Hirotoshi Ogawa of All Japan Sushi Association in Mexico City demonstrates to 100 food professionals, emphasizing upon the importance of proper rice handling: washing, cooking, and Sushi rice prepping.[/caption] This year, Mutual Trading will celebrate 90 years of importing and distributing Japanese foods into the US. Behind the scenes of…
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2015 Top 10 Employees Most Popular Items

2015 Top 10 Employees Most Popular Items

Mutual Trading employees reveal their top 10 favorite items for 2015. The two most note-worthy trends are the rice and quick-prep items like Kurobuta Sausage, Pork Belly Chashu, Katsuo Tataki and Saba Mirin Yaki. 1. Matsuri Rice California grown MATSURI GOLDEN KOSHIHIKARI RICE is closest to Japan’s prized Koshihikari rice harvested from the famous southern…
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Sayori (Japanese Halfbeak)

Sayori (Japanese Halfbeak)

[caption id="attachment_5369" align="aligncenter" width="700"] Fresh seasonal ingredients are key for kaiseki-ryori or traditional Japanese multi-course dinner. In Japan, Sayori is associated with the arrival of spring. (Image Source)[/caption] Sayori is a sleek, silver fish also known as the Japanese halfbeak for its long and thin protruding lower jaw that extends like a needle. The enticing…
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2016 Top 20 Culinary Trends

2016 Top 20 Culinary Trends

The National Restaurant Association annually explores the top culinary trends for the coming year. Nearly 1,600 chefs were surveyed to forecast the hottest trends in foods, beverages and culinary themes. While food trends come and go, 2016's biggest culinary trends come as no big surprise. Here are the top 20 culinary trends: 1. Locally sourced meats…
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