T.I.C. Restaurant Holiday Schedule 2012 - 2013

Hello All,

May the warmth of hearth and home fill your hearts with joy this holiday season! 
Here is our holiday schedule.


Rai Rai Ken

December 25th, 2012 Closed
January 1st, 2013 Closed

Sakagura

December 25th, 2012 Lunch Closed, Dinner 6pm to 10:30pm (last call)
December 26th, 2012 Lunch Closed, Dinner 6pm to 11:30pm (last call)
December 31st, 2012 Lunch 11:30am to 2:20pm, Dinner 6pm to 10:30pm (last call)
January 1st & 2nd 2013 Closed

Sakebar Decibel

December 25th, 2012 Closed
December 31st, 2012 Open from 6pm to 2am (last call is 12:50am).
January 1st, 2012 Closed

Otafuku

December 24th, 2012  Close at 6pm
December 25th, 2012 Closed
December 31st, 2012  Close at 9pm
January 1st, 2013 Closed

Curry-Ya

December 25th, 2012 Closed
December 31st, 2012 Close at 10pm (Eat-in Last call is 9:45pm/Delivery last call is 9pm)
January 1st, 2013 Closed

Robataya NY

December 24 & 25th, 2012 /Special Holiday Dinner available
December 31st, 2012 Open (last call is 10pm)
January 1st, 2013 Closed

Hasaki

January 1st, 2012 Closed

Sobaya

December 25th, 2012 Opens lunch only (Noon-4:00pm) Dinner closed
December 31st, 2012 Open
January 1st, 2013 Open
January 2nd, 2013 Closed

Shabu Tatsu

December 31st, 2012 close at 10pm
January 1st, 2013 Closed


Cha-An

December 25th, 2012 closed
January 1st, 2013 closed

"Tako NY" ~ A documentary film about Otafuku~

Tako NY from Kristoffer Brearton on Vimeo.

Text: Karl Palma (Otafuku)

Late Summer 2012, I was approached by filmmaker, Kris Brearton, about the idea of making a short documentary about Osaka street food, and it's presence here in NYC.  The film was to be presented at the Food Film Festival here in NYC.  Not knowing much about the Food Film Festival and or the director, I figured any promotion would be good promotion for Otafuku.  I really didn't know what to expect.  I just hoped that doing the film would give better incite to Otafuku fans, old and new, about what we do here and how we do it.  It would be a good time for me to explain some things about the food, the culture, as well as add some personal tidbits about being the head cook here.  Filming the movie was done so fast.  We had a lot of fun in the process.  

It debuted October 19, 2012 at Loews East Village to a pack of 400+ hungry foodies.  Spam and I cooked at the premiere, and it was a busy day.  We were one of the most popular vendors in the lobby.  The smell of Takoyaki filled the basement lobby.   As we were getting ready to feed the next wave of food film fans, one of the event coordinators called Spam and I to the theatre.  We put down our stuff and made our way to the theatre.  The doors opened and it was a packed house!  I felt like I was at the Oscars.  The movie just finished, credits rolling and everyone was in their seats.  I looked a far and Kris was on the stage.  He said, "By the way, Chef Karl and Spam are here, lets welcome them on stage to say something and wrap it all together".  Those weren't the exact words he said but, I'm pretty sure it went something like that...

Everyone turned around in their seats smiling and clapping at us.  Amazing.  We walked up the aisle to the stage, everyone still clapping, and the spotlights were on us.  Right when we turned around to the audience, It became so quiet.  I could hear the crickets.  I looked over at Spam to see if she wanted to say someting, but she froze.   So I spoke.  What happened there, I don't remember so much, but it seems like I touched a lot of people with my honesty and cooking philosophy.  Everything went so fast.  Afterwards my hands were shaking.  

Overall, I think the film was a bigger thing than I expected it to be.  Now, chefs come by, drop off a business card or two, and ask me to swing on by to their establishments so I can rub elbows with the top chefs of NYC.  Wow!  Me???  

I love to cook, and though I'm no Morimoto, I can honestly say, my Takoyaki, Okonomiyaki and Yakisoba is some of the best in the city.  I put a lot of love into it, because I always cook like my mom cooks for me.  I'll always do the same for you no matter how busy.  With that, I'll continue to do the best that I can do, and hope you enjoy the ride too.  So check out the film, sit back and relax for the 5 minutes it is (ha ha), and enjoy!  

See you here on 9th street.  

Karl P

Otafuku

236 East 9th St. 

New York, NY 10003

212 353 8503

Shabu Tatsu Opens for Lunch 7 Days a Week, Starting December 1st, 2012

Enjoy Shabu Tatsu LUNCH every day of the week!

Starting this December, Shabu Tastu is opening its doors for lunch 7 days a week. From 12PM to 3PM, come take refuge from the cold weather by warming up with our energizing lunch, including our popular hot stone bibimap! Come for a quick, belly-satisfying bite or enjoy a leisurely lunch with friends, colleagues and loved ones.

See you at Shabu Tastu!

Shabu-Tatsu

216 E. 10th St. New York, NY 10003

Tel: 212 477 2972 shabutatsu.com    

Happy Thanksgiving from the TIC Family to Yours!

Happy Thanksgiving from the TIC Family to Yours!

Our Thanksgiving hours are as follows:

Cha-An: Closed

Curry-Ya: Open 12-5PM (No dinner service)

Decibel: Regular schedule

Hasaki: Closed

Otafuku: Closed

Rai Rai Ken: Open 12-5PM (No dinner service)

Robataya: Closed

Sakagura: Regular schedule

Shabu-Tatsu: Regular schedule

Sobaya: Regular Schedule

The TIC Management Office will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. The Management Office & all restaurants will resume regular schedules starting on Friday, November 23rd.

We have so much to be thankful for this year, especially the love & support we received after Super Storm Sandy.

Our heart goes out to our neighbors who have lost everything & are slowly rebuilding. 

Please share the love you showed us with them.

From the bottom of our grateful heart,

T.I.C. Restaurant Group

230 East 9th St. 3rd Fl.

New York, NY 10003

Otafuku & Curry-Ya join JAM, the largest Japanese Performing Arts Festival in America

Curry-Ya will join this year's JAM, Japanese Arts Matsuri 2012! 

This is the largest Japanese performing arts festival in America. Please stop by and enjoy performances by Japanese artists & a lot of food venders.

For more information found at JAPANESENETWORK.ORG.

JAM Japanese Arts Matsuri 2012

155 1st Avenue (Bet. 9th & 10th St)

New York, NY 10003

JAPANESENETWORK.ORG.

Good bye Storm Sandy; T.I.C. Restaurants open now!

Hello all,

We are praying for your safety & well-beings after Storm Sandy. T.I.C. Restaurant Group respects our patrons strength in this difficult time.

T.I.C. Group Restaurants open today and ready to serve you. ( as of 10/3/2012 5:00pm. ) Highly recommended to call each restaurants beforehand. Also please note that we might not accept credit card payment because of limited internet access.

We will see you soon at one of following restaurants!

[ Curry-ya 214 E. 10th St. (212) 995-2877 nycurry-ya.com ]
is open with limited items. (Chicken katsu curry, Pork Katsu Curry, Plain Curry)

[ Sakebar Decibel 240 E. 9th St. (212) 979-2733 sakebardecibel.com] 
will be open tonight with regular schedule.

[ Rai Rai Ken 218 E. 10th St. (212) 477-7030 ] 
is open for lunch and dinner.

[ Sobaya  229 E. 9th St. New York, NY 10003 (212) 533-6966 sobaya-nyc.com ]
 
is open for lunch and dinner with limited items. (Note: cash payment only)

[ Shabu Tatsu 216 E. 10th St. (212) 477-2972 shabutatsu.com ] 
opens at 5:30pm (Shabu shabu & Sukiyaki only)
(update: Sunday 11/4 lunch open with limited menu)

[ Cha-An 230 E. 9th St. New York, NY 10003 (212) 228-8030 chaanteahouse.com ] 
is currently open just for tea but starting at 6PM, they will start to serve some dinner items.

[ Sakagura 211 E. 43rd St. B1F (212) 953-SAKE(7253) sakagura.com ]
 has been open with regular schedule

[ Hasaki 210 E. 9th St. New York, NY 10003 (212) 473-3327 hasakinyc.com ]
opens tonight at 5:30pm with limited menu.

[ Otafuku 236 E. 9th St. New York, NY 10003 (212) 353-8503 ]
 will be open by around 5pm.

[ Robataya 231 E. 9th St. (212) 979-9674 robataya-ny.com ] 
will open for dinner with a limited menu.

And again stay safe &warm!

Congratulations! Sobaya and Robataya NY are listed in Michelin's 2013 Bib Gourmand list!

We are proud to announce that Sobaya and Robataya NY are listed in Michelin's 2013 Bib Gourmand list!

Here is a little background on the Bib Gourmand list:

The Bib Gourmand designation denotes good cuisine at a reasonable price in a variety of comfort categories. Defined as “Inspectors’ Favorites for Good Value,” Bib Gourmand restaurants offer two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less (tax and gratuity not included), and are often of most value to a city’s residents, who regularly dine in neighborhood restaurants.

To see Sobaya and Robataya on the list and to view the other selections for 2013, please click on the link below. 

http://www.michelintravel.com/michelin-selection/new-york-city-2013/

Sobaya
229 East 9th St.
New York, NY 10003
Tel: 212 533 6966
http://sobaya-nyc.com

Robataya NY

231 East 9th St. New york, NY 10003

Tel: 212 979 0674

http://robataya-ny.com

Come & Join @ Sakagura National Sake Day Celebration Week 10/1-10/8

Did you know that October 1st is “Sake no Hi”, National Sake Day, in Japan? This is the day the brew masters all across the nation begin to produce their sake. 

we would like to extend our warmest gratitude to all of our sake connoisseurs who have helped Sakagura to shape into what it is these days.
Let’s celebrate the importance of Japanese culture, tradition and above all, Sake!


[ Monday, Oct 1st  “Sake no Hi” ]
Carefully selected 10 Daiginjo (super premium sake) will be served $10.01 by the glass for lunch and dinner time
(Note: One glass limited order per bottle of sake)

[ Tuesday, Day 2 ]
6 sakes will be served 25% Off by the carafe

[ Wednesday, Day 3 ]
5 sakes will be served 25% Off by the bottle

[ Thursday, Day 4 ]
4 sake tasting sets will be served with a special price

[ Friday, Day 5 ]
New York Launch of Floating World Sake Imports, Santa Fe, NM Sake Tasting Party at Sakagura  9:00pm-11:30pm
Tasting Fee $25 (Note: dining in only, not accepted only tasting attendee)

[ Saturday, Day 6 ]
Happy Sakagura’s 16th Birthday
Toasting with Kagami Biraki (complementary of a glass of sake for guests)
Sake Goods Ruffle

*Kagami Biraki is a Japanese traditional ceremony which literally translates to "Opening the Mirror" (from an abstinence)?. The words themselves, "Kagami Biraki," signify the unveiling, or rather "breaking out," of the mirror (kagami - mirror, biraki - breaking out). The mirror, of course, stands for the reflection of our true nature, the real self. Our hope is that with each new year, the reflection will become truer to the original.

[ Monday, October 8th, Columbus Day ] 
Sake Samurai, Timothy Sullivan “Urban Sake Tasting Club” Launch Party at Sakagura 6:30-8:30pm (advanced RSVP required) $34 (all inclusive)

*Sake events will be offered for dinner except Monday, October 1st. The price excludes tax and service charge.  These offers expire with the availability of sake being promote. Discount on a first come first serve basis.

Sakagura
211 East 43rd St. B1F
New York, NY 10017
sakagura.com

Sakagura joins "Aki Matsuri Autumun Festival 2012" October 4th, 2012 (Thur)

   

Check this out this event, Sakagura joins Aki Matsuri 2012 on October 4th, 2012 @ Brooklyn Brewery! This event is organized by Gohan Foundation.

NYC Chefs Celebrating Japanese Ingredients

Morimoto	Oceana
Sushi Zen	Grammercy Tavern
Takahachi	Red Rooster Harlem
Tori Shin	Blue Ribbon Brooklyn
Soba Totto	Sakagura
Talde

Join this event for:

• Unique food from the best restaurants in NYC!
• A variety of artisanal Sake!
• Japanese Whisky!
• Beer from Brooklyn Brewery!
• Soh Daiko, the New York City-based premier taiko group will perform throughout the evening, adding a sense of energy and movement to what promises to be an already vibrant event!
• We will also feature a Silent Auction and Raffle.

A portion of the proceeds from this joyful event will be donated toward recovery efforts for victims of the March 2011 tsunami & earthquake in Japan.

For more information, please go to www.gohansociety.org or call 212 385 3550.

Aki Matsuri 2012

Brooklyn Brewery

79 North 11th St. 

6:30-9:30pm

www.gohansociety.org

Robataya NY| Indian Summer Festival on 9/16/2012!!

September brings autumn winds but at Robataya, we're still celebrating like it's an endless summer! From 6-10PM on Sunday, September 16, come get a taste of what a Japanese summer matsuri (festival) is like. Learn how mochi is made, see our festive decorations, and enjoy a taiko drum performance, all the while chowing on matsuri food such as grilled corn, takoyaki, teriyaki squid and more. Complimentary soft drinks and beer* will be served.

Tickets are $60 (adults) and $30 (children under 12) until 9/15 or $65/$35 at the door (cash only for day of). First 50 guests to buy a ticket will receive a free gift! Get your ticket today at Robataya or online:
robatayasummerfestival.eventbrite.com

Event registration for Robataya Indian-Summer Festival powered by Eventbrite

We encourage kids and family to come during the suggested Family Tim from 6-8PM. Visit robataya-ny.com or our Facebook (RobatayaNY) for our menu and more information!

Indian Summer Festival Buffet menu:

• Sashimi
• Teriyaki Squid
• Yakitori
• Skewered Katsu
• Miso Konyakku
• Roll Your Own Sushi Bar
• Takoyaki
• Yakisoba
• Kamameshi (kettle cooked rice)
• Watermelon
• Shaved Ice
• From the Robata Grill:
• Sweetfish (Ayu)
• Corn
• White Asparagus
• Eggplant
• U.S. Prime Beef
  ...& Today's Vegetable

Drinks:

• Sapporo Beer
• Sodas 
  
  *We will serve a few rounds, but it is not an unlimited party. We aim to create an enjoyable and safe experience for all of our guests.

Robataya NY
231 East 9th St.
New York,  NY 10003
robataya-ny.com

Sobaya Summer Fair 2012 Starting 8/27 (Mon)!

Sobaya is wrapping up the summer with a bang! 

From August 27, 2012 through September 2, 2012, all customers who dine at Sobaya for dinner will receive a 10% Sobaya lunch discount and will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win prizes. 

One First Prize Winner: $20 gift certificate to Sobaya and Nama-Soba Set 

One Second Prize Winner: Nama-Soba Set 

Twenty Third Prize Winners: Coupon for 1 free drink

Have a yukata you'd like to show off before the end of the summer? Yukata-wearing customers who dine at Sobaya for dinner will receive a complimentary Seasonal Sake Cocktail (over 21) or a Ramune (Japanese carbonated soft drink).

Visit Sobaya's Facebook for more information and updates!

Sobaya

229 East 9th St. New York, NY 10003

www.sobaya-nyc.com/

Introducing Rai Rai Ken's new item- Tsukemen

New York Magazine recently dubbed Rai Rai Ken as "the mouth-smacking ramen staple" in its Best Bets section. Now Rai Rai Ken is introducing its new addition, Tsukemen. 

Since Tsukemen, a cold noodle that is dipped in a hot soup, has become extremely popular in recent years, you can find numerous Tsukemen joints throughout the city nowadays in Japan. 

In the weather like this, you might not feel a hot ramen bowl for meal. If so, please try our Tsukemen-Thick Chewy noodles with a pork & seafood beased dipping sauce. Enjoy with a variety of toppings. It's simply refreshing!

Rairai Ken

214 East 10th St. New York, NY 10003

Tel: 212 477 7030

http://tic-nyc.com

Eat Unaju @ Sobaya on 7/27! 30% off!!

For Japanese, "Doyo ushi no hi" is a day in late July dedicated to eating eel. The day falls on July 27th this year. The custom began in the 18th century. Since Japanese summer is hot and humid, many people suffer from natsubate (summer fatigue). It is believed that eating nutritious eel helps to increase stamina and beat the summer heat.

And our beloved East Village staple, Sobaya, is offering 30% off on its Unaju. (Eel over rice) Please enjoy eel and the rest of this summer.

Sobaya

229 East 9th St. New York, NY 10003

Tel: 212 533 6966 Fax: 212 260 0036

sobaya-nyc.com

Sakagura & Kuramoto Collaboration Summer Sake Tasting Events July& August, 2012

Sakagura is very excited to invite you to Summer Sake Tasting Night ! We will welcome 4 Kuramotos (sake brewers) from Japan in July and August .
Please join us for an unforgettable chance to meet summery sakes (includes not-yet-to be sold in the U.S. Market) this time!

TENRYO NIGHT from Gifu Tuesday, July 31st, 2012
7:00pm - 9:00pm

We will welcome Mr. Matasuke Uenoda, overseas marketing director of Tenryo Brewery from Gifu.

The three sakes that have been carefully selected for that night are:
“Tenryo Tasting Set” $16.00 (3 kinds/50 ml each)
-Tenryo Junmai Daiginjo Koshu (aged sake)
-Tenryo Hidahomare Junmai Ginjo
-Tenryo Tokubetsu Junmai (special sake)

Tenryo Junmai Daiginjo and Hidahomare will also be served by the carafe and bottle 20% OFF!!
Original gifts are being planned for the guests who order Tasting Set!

SHICHIHONYARI NIGHT from Shiga
Tuesday, August 7th, 2012
7:00pm - 9:00pm

We will welcome Mr. Yasunobu Tomita, executive director of Tomita Brewery from Shiga and Ms. Midori Nakazawa from Joto Sake.

The three sakes (includes new-released sake in the US) that have been carefully selected for that night are:
“Shichihonyari Tasting Set” $24.00 (3 kinds/50 ml each)
-Shichihonyari Junmai Daiginjo Shizuku (regular $16)
-Shichihonyari Junmai Ginjo Nigori (US debuted sake!)
-Shichihonyari Junmai

Three Shihihonyari sake will also be served by the carafe, half bottle and bottle for 20% OFF!!

Please dress lightly to enjoy these events; wearing your yukata would be perfect for this occasion!

Prompt RSVPs are recommended for an evening not to be missed.
RSVP Hotlines : 212-953-SAKE (7253)
RSVP will be taken on a first-come first-serve basis. We cannot hold orders in advance.

Please save the dates and do not miss out for a rare and memorable sake events at Sakagura!

Kanpai!

酒蔵　Sakagura
211 East 43rd Street B1F
New York, NY 10017
Between 2nd and 3rd Avenue
212-953-SAKE (7253)
www.sakagura.com
https://twitter.com/#!/nycsakagura
http://www.facebook.com/sakaguranyc