There are people who rush to stock up on supplies because of the typhoon, but those who have nothing at home will be in trouble. I feel like everyone is making too much of a fuss... Am I the only one who thinks that? While the shelves are emptying at supermarkets, I think I can survive with just rice and alcohol in my freezer. Retort curries are disappearing from supermarkets, but the ones at Kaldi and Muji are still available, so hurry up and buy them (I think they are not on sale today). - - - 3rd review - - - Kaldi Kerala Chicken Curry 324 yen 233 kcal Spiciness: ★★★ Sweetness: ★★★ Amount of ingredients: ★ Butter, cream, and sugar are not used. A healthy curry that brings out the sweetness of tomatoes and onions. The sauce is smooth and soaks into the rice. It is based on coconut milk, but the sweet aroma and the illusion of sweetness brought out by the aroma are well done without using oil and sugar for addiction. It's not very spicy, but if asked what is spicy, it's the spiciness of mustard, not chili peppers or black pepper. The chicken breast pieces are a little dry with only 3 pieces. I added about 20g of Thai chicken thigh meat, which tasted better. Muji Prawn Masala 350 yen (including tax) 221 kcal Spiciness: ★★ Sweetness: ★★★ Amount of ingredients: ★ This one is also based on coconut, finished with tomato paste and onions. Similar to Kerala Chicken Curry but slightly sweeter and less fluid due to the use of tamarind and sugar. A sharp turmeric aroma. When you take a bite, you'll think, "Ah, this is North Indian." It's rich and thick... but not oily. However, if you keep eating it, the taste reminiscent of the yellow curry of Pokemon curry comes to mind. That thickness and sweetness captivated me when I was a child... I loved Pokemon curry. There were stickers in it, and I stuck them on the children's step stool in the bathroom, making a mess... but there are no stickers here. The ingredients include large chunks of bamboo shoots and 5 rather large prawns for a retort curry. The prawns are not firm but rather soft, almost like meat. There are few ingredients, so add homemade tandoori chicken and vegetables. Fresh onions and bell peppers provide a fresh sweetness that crisply tightens the rich sensation, and the tandoori chicken... the tandoori chicken is delicious. - - - Muji is the best after all! - - - More importantly, it's my own arrangement! - - - Thank you for the meal.

Retort Curry Memo Part 2 (Please see the previous review for Part 1) Keema Curry 286 yen (tax included) 180g / 240kcal Sweetness: ★★ Spiciness: ★★★★ Amount of ingredients: ★★★★ When you open the lid, a North Indian, herbal scent hits your nose. The minced meat is finely crumbled. The expected meat texture is not quite there, but all the moisture has been absorbed by the rice, leaving only the minced meat. They say there are onions in it, but it's mostly meat...quite frustrating for a retort curry. It has an addictively salty flavor, not too overpowering. If you pay close attention, you can taste a yogurt-like sourness. A mild spiciness kicks in later, not too strong, but enough to stimulate your appetite. Even after eating, the spices linger in your mouth. This aroma...it's just like the curry you get at an Indian curry restaurant. You know, it's definitely more worth it to eat this than spend 1000 yen at those places, right? But they put in too many vegetables. The carrots are crunchy, which is nice, but the other soft vegetables somehow blend in well. Especially the okra, it adds a smooth texture to the curry. If anything, maybe just okra would have been enough. Extra Edition: MUJI Green Curry 350 yen / 272kcal Sweetness: ★★★ Spiciness: ★★★★ Amount of ingredients: ★★★ You can add stir-fried bell peppers, eggplant, and chicken to this curry. They made the soup by boiling chicken to make a broth without using chicken bouillon, and finished it with fish sauce and shrimp powder. The oil floats on top, but it's not thick, more like a thin soup. The umami of the fish sauce comes first, but any fishy smell is completely masked by the lemongrass. This refreshing scent and the sweet coconut aroma are like drugs...so addictive. The spiciness is rated 5 stars in MUJI's scale, but is it really a 5? It's not too spicy at first, but as you keep eating, your tongue starts tingling and your body warms up slightly. It's less spicy than the ★4 Ginger Keema. The ingredients include 3 pieces of chicken, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots. The amount of chicken is modest, but it's tender and falls apart easily. The crunchy texture of the mushrooms and the bamboo shoots add a nice touch. Overall, it's a bit soft, so adding stir-fried vegetables gives it a nice texture. MUJI is the best after all! MUJI is the best! To be continued...Bon appétit!

I am aiming for KALDI's retort curry and pasta sauce complete, but I think I will get tired of it soon. Spicy Beef Curry 297 yen / 208kcal Sweetness: ★★★ Spiciness: ★★★ Amount of ingredients: ★★ CP: ★★ The ingredients are meat, potatoes, and carrots, but there are only 3 pieces of meat, so you'll feel like it's over soon. The sensation of soft potatoes and carrots that cannot be replicated when boiled at home is enjoyable. It is advertised as curry for adults, but it is based on the sweetness of onions and tomatoes, with the addition of aromatic spices that are not chili peppers. I think it's okay for children to eat too. Still, I think 300 yen is expensive. Pepperoncino Sauce 115 yen / 38kcal Sweetness: Spiciness: ★★ Amount of ingredients: CP: ★ Mix 2 tablespoons of olive oil with freshly boiled pasta (100-120g of dried noodles). The saltiness is just right, with a complex flavor of fish sauce and anchovies in the background. The garlic flavor is not very noticeable due to the spiciness. Still, it's expensive. 200 yen for 2 servings, and you have to add olive oil, which is not good value for money. - Bonus Section - MUJI Ginger Keema Curry 350 yen / 265kcal Sweetness: ★ Spiciness: ★★★★ Amount of ingredients: ★★★★ CP: ★★★ When you think of retort food, you usually think of something liquid, but this curry has a delicate and tender beef that makes you wonder if it's really retort food. When you eat it, your tongue burns and the heat permeates your body. Sweat gently beads up, and it's impossible to eat it without air conditioning. (I have poor metabolism and often don't use air conditioning to save energy, but it was really impossible this time) MUJI is the best ＼(^o^)／ - to be continued... Thank you for the meal.

After returning from my hospital visit, I purchased the limited edition "Cat Day Bag" from the French tea brand "Jeannats." Jeannats' trademark is their cute cat designs, and this special product was released in celebration of Cat Day. I first tried Jeannats' pure Ceylon tea bags and loved the great aroma and mild flavor. While I don't usually drink Earl Grey, I think it's perfect for relaxing moments with its calming bergamot scent. I believe Earl Grey is best enjoyed as a straight iced tea, but I also like it as a warm milk tea. The mini bag, made of soft black fabric with cute cat illustrations, contains Earl Grey tea bags, crunchy cereal cookies, cat-shaped chocolates, a stylish tea tray, and an adorable cat calendar. I've missed out on this annual promotion in the past, but I'm glad I could finally get it this year, even though I couldn't visit my usual local Caldi store and had to buy it here. I hope to stop by again during my next visit for medical appointments or other errands.

"Golden Tree Noodle (Fettuccine Type) and Pickled Mustard Pasta Sauce"

A specialty store for imported food ingredients and coffee located at the west exit of Kojiya Station. Various types of coffee beans are displayed at the register, emitting a pleasant aroma. They also offer many ingredients that you wouldn't find in a regular supermarket, making it quite convenient for preparing Asian-inspired dishes at home. - Kaldi Blend: This blend coffee, which is a standard at Kaldi, has a good balance of bitterness and sweetness, making it easy to drink. - Skull Chocolate: During Valentine's season, they were selling skull-shaped chocolates. I bought some, but the chocolate tasted cheap. However, the crunchiness from the bits inside added a nice texture.