Nov 7, 2022 - Food and Drink

Des Moines sake-tasting event brings Japanese tradition to metro

Allora Cafe

Allora restaurant overlooks the John and Mary Pappajohn Scultupre Park. Photo courtesy of Kum & Go/Krause Group

Learn the ins and outs of sake, a popular Japanese alcoholic drink, during a tasting on Friday held by Japan America Society of Iowa.

What's happening: The non-profit organization received a case of sake from Yamanashi, a prefecture that is Iowa's Sister State in Japan, said Yoko Tanaka, executive director of JASI.

  • There will be a spectrum of sake to try out, including "Daiginjo," which is considered the highest grade.
  • Allora will serve Japanese cuisine and snacks for the tasting.

More details: Beyond food and drink, people will also learn how sake is made, watch a "taiko" drum performance. and participate in a Zoom toast with people from Yamanashi.

How to attend: Registration ranges from $35-$50. It goes from 6-9pm in Allora Cafe at Krause Gateway Center.

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