Sun is out, the sky is bright, the grass is green. The view may be “breathtaking,” but so is the heat. Keeping your stomach full and your body hydrated is a must for a day well spent! On a hot, activity-packed day, here are 3 perfect drink-and-dine combinations from Ikomai to complete a productive summer day!
Moriawase Sashimi and Roku Gin
Moriasawase is an evenly portioned 3-kind sashimi that is light on the stomach but enough to fill your foodie-heart with its variety. Made from the finest and fresh tuna, salmon, and shimesaba, a satisfied belly on a busy summer night is just a few melt-in-your-mouth bites away. As the heat still lingers even after sunset, such a meal is best paired with a cooling drink like Roku. Gin boasts a herbal flavour of citrus and spices from juniper. Served cold and predominantly-pine in flavor, a strong and cooling sensation takes over in every gulp. Perfect for summer!
Namachoso Sake and Chicken Karaage
Namachoso Sake gives that clean-tasting blend by boasting a mildly sweet and savoury flavour combination. Served cold with a nutty and fruity scent, every slow sip hits the just-right spot in your heart to cool on a long summer day. Empty stomachs are a no-no this season! Such a drink is best paired with Chicken Karaage. Often available in any Japanese restaurant, what makes Ikomai’s version stand out is its 24-hour marination in an authentic blend of Japanese herbs and spices. When served along with the Namacho Sake, this crispy and meaty viand is sure to fill your tummies (and heart) with content!
Whiskey Highball and Tebasaki Wings
At Ikomai, the purity of Highball as a traditional Japanese drink is captured. It is offered in its most authentic form with nothing more and nothing less. In every gulp from its tall glass, the chilled drink is sure to give a cold rush to soothe you during summer. It is never a bad idea to dine-and-drink! There’s no better match for an authentic Japanese drink than Tebasaki Wings whose recipe is by a Japanese chef. Taking pride in its Nagoya-style of cooking, the flavors of the herbs and spices seep through the insides of the meat making one want to continuously munch on the savory goodness. Only the bones are left after each order!
We risk a lot of unpleasant physical symptoms with hunger, body-heat surge, and dehydration. To prevent this, make sure to eat well, drink enough water, and cool down with refreshing drinks! Feel free to drop by Ikomai for a homey summer drink-and-dine. Its well-ventilated, comfortable space will make you want to stay longer than you planned.