Best Coffee: Kyoto
Knowing Japan has some of the best coffee in the world, on a recent trip to Kyoto, we made it our mission to find the best brew around. Upon review, here are some of our favourite coffee shops in Kyoto:
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In The Kitchen With Trophy Room Hobart
We first discovered Trophy Room a few years back on our many travels down to Hobart to build Provider House. It became one of our go-to spots for a bite to eat so we were so chuffed to not only do a cheeky interview Rose & James but they also shared a recipe for one of our favourite dishes we had on one of our many visits.
Travel
Off Duty - Melbourne
Last week we ventured to Melbourne to teach a candle making workshop at Keoma Store. Not only were we chuffed that it sold out, we were also excited to be able to bring a little bit of Provider Store to Victoria. A big thank you to the wonderful staff at Keoma and everyone who came, plus to those who dropped off their candles for refilling. While a big part of our trip was work, we did get some play. Here is what we got up to when we weren’t making candles.
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A Tea With Diana From Sophron Notes
Diana has been a friend of Provider for many years now. Not only is Di a lovely human she also created Sophron Notes tea, and we are so pumped to be serving and selling Sophron Notes tea at Maido and the shop. Read a little more about the creative mastermind behind Sophron notes in this little interview we did with Di.
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Provider Ten Year Timeline
A lot has happened over the past ten years, this is a brief glimpse of the highlights of our journey so far.
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Provider Store Surry Hills | The Journey
Continuing on our sentimental 10 year journey, this time I thought we would talk about our little “hole in the wall”…the Surry Hills store. From finding the shop, opening and then renovating the space to turn it into the store you know today.
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Creating Provider House | The Journey
Creating Provider House is probably the biggest and best thing we have achieved as a brand over the last decade. It was something that started as just a dream and after many years became a reality. It has since been a second home to not only the Provider team but so many of you.
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DIY: Creating Maido
Did you know that Provider Store turns 10 next month?! 10! What an expedition it has been! While reflecting on some of the bigger things that took place over the last decade, I started to go down a bit of a rabbit hole of memories.I thought I would start sharing some of these moments with you so you can follow our journey so far. One I wanted to share was when I renovated Provider Studio, which has now become Maido.
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Ceremonial Vs Culinary Grade Matcha: What's The Difference?
We get asked a lot at Maido about the difference between ceremonial grade matcha and culinary grade so we put together a little run down of the differences as well as some tips on making your own matcha at home.
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A Drink With Bree & Jenny From Sip'er
We had the great pleasure of sitting down with Jenny & Bree, the legends behind Sip'er, for a drink and a chat. If you haven't heard of Sip'er, they are an online bottle shop that is not only female-led itself but sells only female-led alcohol brands as well. As a female-led business ourselves, we love supporting and partnering with other female-led brands.
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Cardamom Buns from Yoshihara Japan
At the beginning of the year, I was told about a new little coffee shop in Kyoto. Before I left for the airport to head to Shimane, I stopped in for a visit. We ate two cardamom buns, which is why we wanted to feature the recipe.
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Matcha White Chocolate Flourless Cheesecake
This crowd pleasing matcha white chocolate cake is a delicious new way to take your matcha menu to the next level. Perfect with afternoon tea, this moist gluten free bake will have you and your guests reaching for more and more.
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Explore Kyoto
Kyoto is one of our favourite places to visit, so yes, there is always something new to explore. Read our latest recs including where to eat, where to stay and what to do while you are in town.
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Directions: Mashiko
Mashiko is roughly a two and a half hour train ride from Tokyo, it is a great spot to check out vintage and antique shops as well as being host to many pottery and ceramics shops and workshops. It is definitely worth the trip for a day or more!
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Dorayaki From The Team At Comeco
A delicious and classic Japanese sweet recipe from our friends at Comeco in Newtown. This easy and delicious snack will be a real crowd pleaser and even better it is gluten free and vegan!
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Super Easy & Healthy "Ramen"
We use “ramen” as a loose term here because this isn’t a traditional recipe. It is however a light, healthy and nourishing soup that you can build on to make your own
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Directions: Izumo
Izumo is famous for soba noodles, sake, folk art and Taisha, the amazing shrine. We had such an amazing time while there that we had to share our favourite places to encourage you to visit too.
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A Morning With Tok Kise Of TRUCK Furniture In Osaka
We got the opportunity to meet Truck Furniture founder, Tok Kise, and have a personal tour through the Truck Furniture warehouse in Osaka, where we gained a little insight into his life and Truck Furniture.
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24hrs In Osaka
Osaka is a city we normally zoom in and out of. It’s one we don’t get much time in, but we still have lots of fun whenever we are there. If you have a spare day or two, this is what we recommend.
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At Home With Tara & Pocari
Take a peek inside Tara & Pocari’s cute home in Sydney’s Inner West. Where we perused the shelves that are filled with pieces Tara has collected through her many travels, and asked some hard-hitting questions about food, life, Provider, and more.
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Tara's Quick Veggie Curry
If you are looking for a quick weeknight meal that will not only satiate your hunger but delight your tastebuds, look no further. Tara's quick veggie curry is super easy and can be whipped up in 30 minutes.
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Grilled Tasmanian Scallops From Chloe's Bondi
A delicious recipe for grilled Tasmanian Scallops in nori butter, with yuzu kosho dressing, radish and some shiso leaf thanks to our mates at Chloe's in Bondi.
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Brandy Christmas Pudding With Cashew Brandy Cream
A delicious Christmas pud ready for the holiday season. This recipe from Gather & Feast is one of the best Christmas puddings we've ever made.
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Crispy Roast Potatoes
A roast just wouldn't be complete with out some crispy roast potatoes, they are the salty carb we all know and love. This recipe is crispy, buttery and absolutely delicious.
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Roast Chicken
The easiest and juiciest roast chicken we’ve ever tried. This recipe came from the cookbook by Rodney Dunn, owner of The Agrarian Kitchen (our favourite Tasmanian restaurant).
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Cauliflower Fennel Salad w Preserved Lemon Dressing
One of our favourite recipes for the Christmas season (or anytime really). This dish is a great mix of creamy cauliflower, fennel and a tangy gremolata. Serve it as a side dish to your festive roast or as a vegetarian main.
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Brown Rice & Quinoa Bean Salad w Gremolata
A zesty, nutty, crispy and fresh salad that makes for the perfect side for the table.
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'Tis The Season: Provider Gift Guide
The festive season is well and truly upon us and we want to make it super easy to find the perfect gift for your friends and loved ones. No matter what your budget, we’ve got you covered with a heap of gifts under 50, 100, 200 and a few extra special gifts for that extra special person.
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December Antique Pop-Up Market
Our antique market is back, just in time for Christmas shopping. We have a whole container filled with one-off pieces, antiques, and secondhand items for the home. With plenty of ceramics, bowls, baskets, furniture, and more, you are sure to find something unique.
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In The Studio With: TRIAS Architecture & Design Studio
We sat down with Jen and Jonnie from TRIAS Architecture & Design Studio to talk about inspiration, architecture, design, and, of course, Provider House. These two are the masterminds that helped turn Tara's vision of Provider House into reality.
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Pocari's Guide To Gifting The Right Candle Scent
Don't know which candle scent to pick? Fear not; Pocari has a handy guide to help you find the right scent to match your family, friends, or colleagues.
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Let's Go To Kyoto
Kyoto is one of our favourite places in the world! From shrines and historical wonders, to natural wine and paddock to plate food, to some of the world’s best shops, here are the places we visited recently.
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Directions: The Nakasendo Trail
While we were in Nagoya venturing out to Gifu to meet factories, we found ourselves with a free day. In Nagoya there’s only so many Beams and United Arrows stores we can visit. So, we decided to hop on a few trains and a bus and head out to trek the famous Nakasendo Trail.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Setagaya
Until this trip, we hadn’t spent a lot of time in Setagaya, but this trendy and quiet little neighbourhood was such a delight that we started planning our future there. Read our Neighbourhood guide to this little spot in Tokyo ward.
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In The Studio With: Love Ryan Ceramics
Get to know Ryan from Love Ryan Ceramics as we talk ceramics, inspiration and life.
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Baba's Place Zucchini Omelette & Cabbage Salad
We spent an afternoon in the kitchen with JP from the Marrickville institution, Babas Place, as he whipped up a delicious Zucchini Omelette & Cabbage Salad. Plus, read our little interview with JP at the end of the recipe.
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Provider Warehouse Sale
Save the date because we are doing a warehouse sale on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th of September at our Surry Hills studio.
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In The Studio With: Emma Shepherd
Share a moment in the studio with Emma Shepherd from Sundance Studio as she shares a glimpse into her life and creative work.
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Directions: Tokyo
Our short guide of things to do in Tokyo, Japan. From natural wine bars, our favourite coffee spots and where to shop, this guide will take you all over the streets of Tokyo to find the best spots.
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Shino Pottery
In 2018 we met a master potter named Sadaaki Kido. Him and his sister, Keiko, drove us an hour or so into a little green town called Shigaraki, in the Shiga Prefecture. It was here we learnt all about Shino, a style of pottery dating back to the 16th century.
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Blank Gallery Exhibition & Workshop
Visit Blank Gallery in Haymarket, Sydney and explore the Cedar House exhibitions featuring a curated selection of Japanese antiques from Provider Store or join us for a Candle Making Workshop in the gallery.
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Smith Street Winter Market
Come down to Smith Street Winter Market in Marrickville this August and wander through the 18 unique stalls from local artists, designers and creatives (including us).
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Directions: Hobart
Our short guide of things to do in Hobart, Tasmania, whether you're staying at Provider House or just in the neighbourhood.
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At Home with Anno
Provider Store shop manager, Anno, shows us around his record and plant collection.
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Miso & Leek Sauce w Grilled Fish
This miso and leek sauce can go on any vegetable, fish, meat and tofu.
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Miso Chive Butter Corn
Miso can be a versatile little ingredient can add an extra element to any meal.
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Provider House – Open for Bookings
Situated in Lenah Valley, just 15 minutes from Hobart’s CBD, Provider House takes inspiration from Japanese design and the native Australian bushland, offering visitors the opportunity to experience the beauty and functionality of Japanese home goods in a real-life setting.
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Antique Market
We just got a big container from Japan so we've decided to do a little pop up market in our Surry Hills studio.
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Our trip to Echizen
In June, we got to visit a tiny seaside town called Echizen and learn about their master potters.
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Knife Sharpening with Hazuki
Nari Watabe will sharpen your knives on the spot and give free tips on your sharpening problems. At Hazuki, they evaluate every knife individually. Then talk to the customer about their needs and wants.