Think of it as wine-matching Japanese style. As we enjoy the city's wonderful array of Japanese eateries, it only follows that we should learn to partake in the traditional fermented rice beverage sake, an integral part of the Japanese dining custom.
To this note, Masu has just launched a sake appreciation package, which can be added to bookings in The Obi Room, their semi-private dining room, which seats up to 18.
With etiquette being so essential to the Japanese culture, the intricacies around drinking sake are important to note.
Masu's hosts will talk diners through these subtleties (sipping rather than drinking at once, covering your cup with your hand or leaving it full if you are finished), the history and definition of each beverage (the beautiful, often complex names translate to things like "devil slayer" and "the king of 100 medicines"), the different methods of serving sake (hot, warm and chilled), the flavour notes, and what food each beverage is best paired with.
