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This week at Kimono Wine Bar
10/27 Craft Beer Tuesday, PUMPKIN ALE- too fun to be believed. Try this amazing spicy beer, Autumn in a glass. Big Bottle- regularly 1050- tonight between 7-9pm just 840 yen. BOO!
10/28 Wednesday Wine Special- try any wine from Sokol Blosser from Oregon or Cline Cellars from California- (two of my favorite wineries) 500 yen a glass or 1000 yen discount from any bottle.
It is also GLITTERBALL night for our friends at metropolis- stop by Kimono Wine Bar before you head over to the Glitterball and if you are in costume you can try one of our appetizers for free with your purchase of one of the special wines of the night.
10/29 Thursday- Carafe special- One free Snack/ Appetizer with the purchase of a carafe of wine. (large cheese plate not included) We recommend the regular size cheese plate or our Kimono Crostini Trio~!
10/30 Friday we are closed for a private event. Sorry for any inconvenience. (plan your own private party by contacting us at info@kimonowinebar.com fantastic wine tastings, sayonara events, dinners, birthday parties, you name it!)
10/31 Happy Halloween, Enjoy Pumpkin Beer, Original Cocktails, Any of our 10 new world wines by the glass, and some homemade food before you head out to the big bashes tonight-! Come in costume or in Kimono and your first drink is buy one get one free!
make your reservations at lauren@kimonowinebar.com
October 26th, 2009
Kimono Wine Bar and Hotei Wines present: “Cashmere for the Cure”
October 13th, 2009 from 7:30pm
A night of wines from Cline Cellars and canapes from To the Moon and Back Catering– Come join us as we taste and learn about wonderful wines from California’s Cline Cellars.
Cline makes world renowned Syrah, and a host of other classic varietals. On our Cashmere night you can taste four of their signature wines including the rich and delicious Cline Cashmere. Cline Cellars have made a commitment to helping find a cure for breast cancer and they donate more than 25,000 dollars a year to a variety of breast cancer research and support organizations. We are proud to contribute five percent of the door charge for each participant in this luxurious wine tasting night at the new Kimono Wine Bar in Nishi Azabu.
More info on the pdf here.
Seating is limited to 25 so RSVP early to:
RSVP: lauren@kimonowinebar.com
Tel: 03-5464-3788
www.kimonowinebar.com
William Campbell from Hotei Wines will be our VIP presenter to walk us through this wonderful tasting and there will be plenty of time to ask questions, network and talk with fellow wine lovers. Order sheets will be available if you would like to purchase any of the evening’s featured wines to enjoy at home.
Our wines for the evening will be
Cline Pinot Gris, Sonoma Coast, 2007
Cline Viognier, California, 2007
Cline Cashmere (Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre), 2007
Cline Syrah, Cool Climate, Sonoma Coast, 2005 (this one scores BIG)
Price is 5000 yen per person/ 9000 yen per couple.
RSVP before 10/10 to reserve your spot.
Read about Cashmere here
http://www.clinecellars.com/assets/client/File/accolades/CMCA_09accolades.pdf
And about Cline Cellars
http://www.clinecellars.com/index.cfm
Hotei Wines
http://www.hoteiwines.com/
September 29th, 2009
To The Moon and Back Catering and Kimono Wine Bar Presents > “Tokyo Hidden Kitchens”
We will be doing special limited seating Hidden Kitchen events around > the city- Brunches, Wine Tastings, Special menus, Cooking classes at > our Kitchen in Nogizaka and lots of events at our new, lovely Wine Bar Space in Nishi Azabu. Sometimes even in private homes of our special
hidden kitchen members.
Our first announcement,
Once a Month we will do “Hidden Kitchen Tokyo Brunch” If you miss Brunch at Fujimamas (I sure do), come join us once a month for our special Brunch events. Reservations absolutely required and the space is small so RSVP early.
Our Chef from Fujis and lots of other great fujis’ staff are putting on these monthly brunch special events…
Our first event is 9/27 All day! @ Kimono Wine Bar
www.kimonowinebar.com
11am-4pm (last order/ reservations from 3pm)
Course menu (with choices) 4500 yen per person includes welcome champagne, mimosa or juice, your choice of Brunch mains, and breakfast breads and extras.
Make your reservation for groups from 2 persons and up. RSVP required. Brunch will include breakfast breads, bacon, sausage, fruit, potatoes and more– plus your choice of mains…
Choose Your Brunch Plate;
Big Boboy Brunch Plate (great if you can’t choose—go ahead and have it all!) -two eggs, bacon and sausage, home fries & small stack pancakes
Two eggs your style “we make ‘em how you like ‘em” eggs, bacon, home fries & toast
Eggs Benedict -classic, with home fries (or vegetarian with Asparagus instead of the parma ham)
New Orleans Eggs Benedict - Two poached eggs a?top grilled andouille sausage, with spicy hollandaise, English muffin, home fries
Pecan & Rum Fancy French Toast butter & maple syrup and Bacon or Sausage
RSVP by email to lauren,shannon@gmail.com
or call 090-5756-4967
Directions and address can be found on the website at www.kimonowinebar.com
September 17th, 2009
Cupcakes by Day - Wine Bar by Night: Notting Hill Cakes and
The Kimono Wine Bar Launch a Delicious Destination
The challenging economy is leading to inspired – and unexpected – cooperative business projects around the world, and Tokyo is no exception.
In that spirit, the Kimono Wine Bar will debut on Tuesday, September 8. The Wine Bar will share a cozy, chic space with Notting Hill Cakes & Gifts, this upscale professional neighborhood’s purveyor of delicious cakes and treats.
Kimono Wine Bar producer Lauren Shannon tells the story: “
“Tokyo-ites really appreciate good food and good wine. We’ve been thinking of opening a place for wine lovers and wine learners alike. At the same time, my friend Mark Peterson wanted to do something creative with his space during down times. So, we decided to create a special space, inspired by Japan’s Art Deco period. We’ll offer a New World Wine menu, with some nice surprises. And, we’ll have the great foods that go well with wine cheese plates, savory dishes, small canapés and cured salami. We’ll also offer craft beers and a wide range of classic cocktails.”
With its elegantly funky balance of warm wood hues, lovely art and dynamic lighting, the space needs surprisingly little work to change from the bright, lovely café by day, to the sophisticated spot for excellent wines by night. With seating for up to 22, there’s space for intimate conversations as well as group get-togethers. It’s a match made in heaven (and Nishi-Azabu) for wine lovers.
Reserve a private table or join other patrons at the long open table - or reserve the open table for your group of 8-12 people, The Kimono Wine Bar will also be offering private party menus for your birthday or other special gatherings.
Hours:
Tues - Thurs 7:00-12:00am
Friday - Saturday 7:00pm – 1am
For reservations/press inquiries call 03-5464-3788 or email info@kimonowinebar.com
The Kimono Wine Bar is located at
4-18-20 Nishi Azabu
Minato-ku
Tokyo 106-0031
(co-location with Notting Hill Cakes)
www.KimonoWineBar.com
September 3rd, 2009
9/26/2009 we will have our 5th 2009 class of our ongoing
“Saturday Wine School”
come join us for SATURDAY SCHOOL where we learn to taste and discuss wine like the pros. 6 times at year on a special Saturday we will have affordable fun wine classes on different topics and themes! Sept. 26th we bring you…
The “Other” Reds
This class will go beyond the Cabs and Merlots that are well known on wine lists around the world! This time come try Shiraz, Grenache, Malbec and many other wonderful less main stream reds from around the world– for the fall and winter.
Location will be our new wine bar on Nisekki Dori. Maps and access info at www.kimonowinebar.com
Allow us to enlighten you: it’s not brain surgery and it is fun! Come join a small group of “Hip Tasters” You’ll learn how to sniff and swirl and taste some of the best and most interesting wines available in Tokyo.
Sat9/26 from 4-6 pm
4000 yen per person tax included RSVP required, please! / we have just 20 seats. Price includes 5 wines and delicious snacks. email lauren@moonandback.jp
This month’s Class Presenters / Jan Nelson and Lauren Shannon. Bring a notebook and your curiosity.
August 20th, 2009
It is time for WINE SCHOOL Again!
see the details below and email asap to hold a spot. This time we have just 30 seats- so let me know. The location will be in Shibuya at FORUM 8, maps and instructions will be sent when you RSVP. email lauren@fujimamas.com
Take care and thanks for your support,
Lauren
7/11/09 we will have our 4th 2009 class of our ongoing
“Saturday Wine School”
We at Fujimamas Events and To the Moon and Back Catering– love to learn new things, love to taste new things and of course we love to drink WINE so come join us for SATURDAY SCHOOL where we learn to taste and discuss wine like the pros. 6 times at year on a special Saturday we will have affordable fun wine classes on different topics and themes! July 11th we bring you…
Summer Wines for Sipping
Try some wonderful whites, sparklings, reds and rose just in time to offer some tasty relief for a Tokyo sweltering summer. The right wine can be a refreshing way to celebrate even when the temperatures are high!
Location is FORUM 8 in Shibuya, 5 mins from Shibuya station up Dogenzaka Street. Maps and details sent when you RSVP.
Allow us to enlighten you: it’s not brain surgery and it is fun! Come join a small group of “Hip Tasters” You’ll learn how to sniff and swirl and taste some of the best and most interesting wines available in Tokyo.
Sat. 7/11/09 from 4-6 pm
4000 yen per person tax included RSVP required, please! / Payment for this month is cash only. And we have just 30 seats this time (ten less than our regular 40) Price includes 5 wines and delicious snacks.
email lauren@fujimamas.com
This month’s Class Presenters / Jan Nelson and Lauren Shannon. Bring a notebook and your curiosity.
June 28th, 2009
Every year the USA Embassy in Tokyo hosts a great day of food and fun at the embassy compound. This year’s event is scheduled for 8/29 and we’ve been accepted as one of the food vendors.
Our plans are to serve up some tasty Hawaiian treats including Pull Pork Sandwiches, LocoMoco, fresh fruit skewers, Onion Chips and that famous frozen delight– Hawaiian SHAVE ICE!
Be sure to stop by and say hello. Admission for a whole day to the festival including entertainment is 1000 yen, and the food booths are selling a wide variety of tasty treats from 500-800 yen. This is a not to be missed summer matsuri. See you there!
June 22nd, 2009
We have new operating hours from Feb 23rd to March 30th.
Fujimamas will be open Tues-Sat. 11am-11pm Sunday 10am-11pm Closed Mondays
We are still avaialble for Private Parties and catering on Mondays. Please contact us at info@fujimamas.com or 03-5485-2283
February 19th, 2009
Valentines is a Holiday for Lovers and Fujimamas is featuring delicious drink specials and a scrumptious course menu for your special night. (Japanese follows)
All week long we will have a wonderful seasonal cocktail and beer menu from the bar.
And on 2/14 we will have a course menu for you and your sweetie. 6000 yen per person (10,000 a couple)– course menu includes beverages and an chef’s tasting course that will make you fall in love head over heels. We will also have our regular menu available that evening– but the Course menu is not to be missed.
the featured menu ;
Start off with a half bottle of Henriot Champagne from France with a pair of delicious appetizers from our chef.
Asparagus Espresso and Black Cod Stuffed with Crab over Shimeji Mushrooms, Red Wine Reduction
Your main course will be a choice of either
Hokkaido Scallop Ravioli with Sautéed Scampi in Champagne Sauce
Or
Grilled NY Steak with Fondant Potato and Béarnaise Sauce
Served with your choice of a glass of wine
Cline Cashmere Red from California or Waterbrook Chardonnay from Washington State (you may substitute beer or a soft drink)
End your evening sweetly with dessert
Your choice of
Cherish Chocolate Mousse with a Sweet Red Wine Filling Or A slice of Homemade Cake from our Pastry Case
And a pot of our delicious Earl Grey Tea, or Rie Fresh Ground Coffee or a Classic Café Latte
This menu is available by reservation only and reservations must be made by Thursday 2/12 so call or email today. 03-5485-2283 email info@fujimamas.com
Happy Heart Days!
Lauren Shannon/ Fujimamas Director
February 5th, 2009
Just like our popular wine school– Fujimamas has added a new curriculum– Saturday Beer School, featuring Brews News famous- Bryan Harrell as our Teacher. Our first Beer class of 2009 will be on 2/7 from 4-6 pm, and will feature 4 beers to enjoy throughout the seasons. One special beer will be a chocolate beer for the upcoming Valentines Day holiday.
Rsvp by calling 03-5485-2283 or email Jun and Lauren. Cost is 3000 yen per person
January 29th, 2009
Akemashite Omedeto! Best Wishes for 2009!
January 5th, 2009
One of the things we are most proud of at Fujimamas, is sharing the holidays with our friends and guests. Many restaurants charge higher prices, and change their focus during a peak holidays system. But that is just not who we are. Our goal remains the same all year long, share good quality food in a fun and casual atmosphere with our community in Japan. This year was a tremendous success and we were proud and happy to share our Downhome Thanksgiving menu with so many people!
We want to thank all our guests who made reservations and came and shared their holiday with us. And I personally want to thank my chefs and my serving staff for their smiles, efforts, and good attitude that they brought to this busy service!
Here’s some kitchen turkey day trivia, this year we;
Roasted and served more than 700 kilos of turkey
Served about 500 people on the 28th and 29th
Did take outs-caterings- deliveries
Baked more than 80 Pumpkin Pies
Our youngest turkey guest was just over 4 weeks old, and our oldest was over 80
We served people from Japan, America and countries all over the world
Thank you all for sharing your time with us!
I send best wishes and thanks to everyone as we head into the christmas and shogatsu season. Best wishes for the holidays and for a wonderful new year in 2009.
Thank you.
Lauren Shannon/ Director Fujimamas Tokyo
N-Dining
November 30th, 2008
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