Get Your Cute Fix at One of Tokyo’s Rabbit Cafes

If you are not a cat person but would still like the chance to cuddle with a furry friend, do not despair. In 2011 (the...

By Camille Perry
April 27, 2015 | Food & Drink

Magnolia Bakery Pop-Up Shop in Shibuya

If you have a penchant for sugary baked goods in pastel colors and find yourself in the Shibuya area over the next couple of weeks,...

By The Savvy Team
April 23, 2015 | Food & Drink

English Afternoon Tea in Tokyo

When I was living in London, indulging in afternoon tea at one of the city's top hotels was almost like a rite of passage; something...

By Kelly Wetherille
April 21, 2015 | Food & Drink

Recipe: Niku Jaga

A quintessential staple of Japanese home cooking, this braised meat and potato dish is both easy to prepare and satisfying. Often called the national dish...

By Mariko Nakamura
April 20, 2015 | Food & Drink

The Rusty Trombone Wine Bar, Jingumae

The concept of this new wine bar could not be more simple. Its proprietor, Andrew Stevens, serves wine. Just wine. No beer, no fancy cocktails,...

By Katharina von Tschurtschenthaler
April 17, 2015 | Food & Drink

A Sophisticated Cuppa at Hatou, Shibuya

It is a rare and wonderful thing for one’s IQ to jump ten points simply by entering an establishment, but this is certainly the impression...

By Jessamine McHugh
April 13, 2015 | Food & Drink

Recipe: Carrot Cake Cross Buns

From chocolate eggs and big gourmet lunches to hot cross buns and even more chocolate eggs, the popular foods of Easter time can be very...

By Luisa Heenan
March 30, 2015 | Food & Drink

Commune 246: Tokyo’s Coolest Outdoor Food Court

If you're looking for gourmet fare in Tokyo, chances are you're inclined to check out one of the vast number of Michelin-starred restaurants the city...

By Jessamine McHugh
March 27, 2015 | Food & Drink

The Health Benefits of a Mediterranean Diet

With Greek Independence Day on March 25, this is the perfect opportunity to acknowledge this amazing country and, most importantly, its cuisine! Not only does...

By Luisa Heenan
March 24, 2015 | Food & Drink, Health & Beauty

Recipe: Matcha Chia Pudding

With the spring weather approaching, you might find your body craving foods that are a little fresher and lighter. We have previously looked at the...

By Luisa Heenan
March 17, 2015 | Food & Drink, Health & Beauty

American Brunch Food Without the Wait at Bubby’s Yaechika

If you’re craving the comfort of American brunch food—without the intimidating lines spurred by Tokyo’s recent pancake craze—Bubby’s Yaechika is the place to go.

By Amanda Taylor
March 6, 2015 | Food & Drink