Kenji Hall

2 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Hannah Beech |Kenji Hall |Melinda Joe |Joanna Kawecki |Vivian Morelli |Hiroko Yoda

T 25Six Japanese food professionals - including four acclaimed chefs - took on what seemed to all of them like a near-impossible task. Credit... Yoshinori Mizutani More than 200 types of fish and other edible seafood species inhabit Tokyo Bay, and many more live in the waters off Japan. There are delicate, darting fish like isaki and sea squirts like hoya (also known as sea pineapples): things rarely seen on American menus.

Jul 12, 2024 | eater.com | Kenji Hall

​​The shōgayaki (ginger pork) was on the chewy side and the udon noodles were mushy. The ginger-and-plum mackerel could have used more soy sauce, while the onigiri (rice ball) was a tad salty. But these are minor complaints when you’re in the middle of a natural disaster.

Apr 23, 2024 | atlasobscura.com | Kenji Hall

If you ever find yourself in Japan, try this little experiment. Ask a local to explain the special appeal of takitate gohan—freshly cooked white rice. Not about how filling it is, or its versatility as a complement to savory or sour dishes. Ask about the taste, the texture, and the aroma. There’s a lot that you can say in Japanese about rice: how the grain looks, smells, and tastes, and how it physically feels from first bite to final gulp.

Feb 23, 2024 | freespins.pro | Kenji Hall

Yaamava’ Resort and Casino at San Manuel and Konami Gaming held the official world premiere of the Unwooly Riches slots this week. Guests at the gaming destination in Southern California are the first to play the original new slot series. The slot features a mischievous goat character called ‘Spice’ and an angelic sheep character called ‘Sugar’. The characters lock horns in a comical battle between dark and light forces to win the player’s favor, according to Konami’s description of the game.

Feb 9, 2024 | freespins.pro | Kenji Hall

Yaamava’ Resort & Casino in San Manuel, California, has earned Star Awards in three categories for the second consecutive year in the Forbes Travel Guide. The Serrano Spa earned a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star award, and The Pines Modern Steakhouse and Yaamava Resort each earned a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star award. Kenji Hall, General Manager of Yaamava’ Resort & Casino, said: “We are honored to be recognized for the excellent hospitality we prioritize every day.