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Jun 15, 20202 min read
Taste Test: Daiichi Melon Pan
With a chewy, slightly crusty top, and a fluffy, springy center, Melon Pan is an incredibly popular snack in Japan. Not traditionally...
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Jun 12, 20202 min read
Hiyashi Chuka: Cold Noodle Salad for a Hot Day
After the rainy season comes to an end, and the temperature turns up across Japan the temperature of seasonal foods turns down. Shaved...
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Jun 10, 20201 min read
Yawata Yuzu Shichimi Tougarashi
New at Maido is Yawata Yuzu Shichimi Tougarashi! Shichimi Tougarashi, which translates to “Seven Spice Pepper”, is a beloved seasoning in...
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Jun 8, 20203 min read
The Scoop on Kakigori
As the rainy season comes to an end, and Japan enters the height of it’s hot and humid summer, one dessert with a surprisingly long...
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Jun 5, 20202 min read
Make the Best of Bitter Melons: Goya Champuru
Summer is coming, and so are Goya! Goya, also known as nigauri or bitter melon, is a deep green, rough skinned gourd known for it’s...
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Jun 3, 20201 min read
Nissin Cup Noodle Original
New at Maido is Nissin Cup Noodle Original Flavor! Not to be confused with the American branch of Nissin instant noodles, called Cup...
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May 31, 20201 min read
Imuraya Mizu Yokan 5-Packs
New at Maido are Mizu Yokan 5 packs by Imuraya! Mizu yokan is a traditional Japanese dessert made from a combination of agar-agar...
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May 29, 20202 min read
Summer Rain: The Rainy Season in Japan
Early summer is the time for rain in Japan. Tsuyu, or the rainy season, starts in early June and lasts until about mid-July every year in...
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May 27, 20202 min read
Ramune: Japanese for...Lemonade?
There are many things that mark the passage of the seasons into summer in Japan. Kakigori piled high, cool and savory hiyashi chuka,...
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May 22, 20201 min read
Chateraise Tsubu Tsubu Mikan Bar
New at Maido are Chateraise Tsubu Tsubu Mikan popsicles! The brand Chateraise is known in Japan for having over 100 delicious varieties...
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May 20, 20201 min read
Shirako Nori Snacking Seaweed
New at Maido are Snacking Seaweeds by Shirako Nori! The maker of many quality nori products, Shirako Nori has released two new flavors of...
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May 15, 20202 min read
What's That Green? Its Mizuna!
The coming of the spring season means that our seasonal leafy green vegetables are finally back in stock, and one of those is Mizuna!...
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May 13, 20202 min read
JagaRico
New at Maido are the famous Jagarico Potato Sticks! For those who are not familiar, Jagarico is an especially crunchy, flavorful potato...
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May 13, 20201 min read
Toppo Strawberry
New at Maido, and just in time for spring is Toppo Strawberry! Similar in shape to Pejoy, Toppo features a long, stick-shaped pretzel...
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Apr 17, 20202 min read
Big Roots: Daikon Radishes and Leaves
If you’ve been shopping in Maido’s produce section, chances are you’ve seen a daikon radish. Resembling a large, white carrot, the daikon...
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Apr 15, 20202 min read
Children's Day is May 5th!
May 5th is the date of Children’s Day in Japan! Historically known as Tango no sekku, the Double Fifth, or Boy’s Day, this holiday was...
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Mar 30, 20201 min read
Sakura Mochi
New, and only available for a limited time at Maido is Sakura Mochi by Sakuraya. Traditionally regarded as a springtime treat, this...
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Mar 27, 20201 min read
Berkshire Pork and Vegetable Buns
New at Maido are Gourmet Family Berkshire Pork and Vegetable Buns! These restaurant quality pork buns are pre-cooked and can be easily...
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Mar 25, 20201 min read
One Cup of Menraku Ramen, Please!
Are you looking for the perfect cup ramen to comfort you in these trying times? Look no further because Menraku has got you covered. We...
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