Category Archives: Featured
Lulu’s Drink Specials
Written on March 28, 2012 at 10:24 am, by William
The coming of Spring brings not just a change in season, but a change in drink specials at Lulu’s. Download Cocktails & Drinks Yuzu Papa Doble 10 Cane Rum shaken w. Japanese Yuzu Citrus & Luxardo, spiked w. Fresh Lime, on the Rocks. A riff on Ernest Hemingway’s classic daiquiri. Bittered Bourbon Makers Mark, Cynar,Continue Reading
Asparagus is Back for Springtime!
Written on March 27, 2012 at 10:13 am, by William
Every spring we bring back the Tempura-Fried Asparagus with Saikyo Miso vinaigrette. Also this spring we are introducing Grilled Asparagus served w. Japanese Pickled Plum and Shiso Vinaigrette. Pickled plums, umeboshi, are a spring time tradition in Japan. The Plum Tree blossoms first, before the Cherry blossoms arrive, and this really heralds the change ofContinue Reading
SweetPerk
Written on February 3, 2012 at 10:48 am, by William
If you use your mobile phone to seek out coupons, discounts and check-in deals, then SweetPerk is the perfect app for you. SweetPerk in conjunction with the Downtown Evanston marketing association has developed an application that puts you in control of discounts and savings at your favorite downtown Evanston restaurants and retail destinations. Currently, Lulu’sContinue Reading
kawaii, ne (video)
Written on January 4, 2012 at 9:00 am, by Dan
Kawaii – Adjective, Japanese in origin Kawaii is Japanese for “cute”. Kawaii ne = cute, isn’t it?
Name that tune (video)
Written on January 4, 2012 at 8:48 am, by Dan
Ok, even though this is a commercial it kind of represents much of what I like about Japan. Not just the beautiful mountains covered in pine and mist, but the producing of something creative, employing a craft like woodwork, a precise attention to detail, patience and diligence in making each piece sound the correct tone.Continue Reading