April 11th 2021 O.A.
Japanese Cuisine Special Goodwill Ambassador
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) announced their “Japanese Cuisine Special Goodwill Ambassador.”
Toshio Ueno of Sake School of America was chosen as one of them and his appointment ceremony was held.
MAFF has appointed 145 individuals who can effectively spread Japanese food and dietary culture in Japan and abroad as their “Special Goodwill Ambassador.”
Ueno cofounded Sake School of America in 2010 with the former president of Mutual Trading, late Noritoshi Kanai to spread Japanese sake and shochu in the US.
The school has brought up many sake sommeliers and shochu advisors.
He worked hard for Japanese sake by holding contests in China and establishing qualification courses.
This is the first time an individual outside of chefs to be appointed as the “Special Goodwill Ambassador.”
An appointment ceremony for David Schlosser of kappo-style restaurant “Shibumi” was also held.
Schlosser was appointed last year however, his ceremony had to be delayed due to COVID-19.
Schlosser uses different Japanese ingredients in his kappo-style dishes, giving him excellent reviews from the late and renowned food critic, Jonathan Gold.
“Shibumi” also became a one-Michelin-starred restaurant in 2019.
COVID-19 Vaccination Appointment
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Currently, individuals over 50 years of age are eligible in LA County. Starting from April 15th, vaccination will be available for those over 16 years old.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends scheduling an appointment if you qualify and have no underlying health condition.
It is important to continue following the protocols of keeping social distance, wearing masks, and washing your hands even after
getting vaccinated.
Vaccines are free of charge.
Please visit MyTurn.ca.gov to schedule an appointment.
Appointments can also be made via the county and city websites.
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