WHAT IS A KALÉ DISH?
At Kalé, we serve the dish that has been the ultimate comfort food to Japanese for over a century. On average, a Japanese person is likely to eat the dish 84 times a year; undoubtedly, it is one of the most popular food in Japan. Savory, and similar to a stew consisting of meat, onions, carrots, tomatoes, and many other vegetables, locals enjoy it over Japanese rice. Americans who have been to Japan and tried it mostly say, “It’s addictive!”
View a complete history of the dish.
Kalé Rice with Beef – The Definition
Signature Spoon by Sori Yanagi
Other interesting facts:
- Every family has its own recipe.
- People always eat the dish with spoons, not forks.
- They started as meals for wealthy, but anyone has access now.
Kalé in the News
- Willamette Week, Oregon
November 21, 2018 By: Jordan Michelman
Japanese Curry Spot Kalé Only Does One Thing, and Does It to Near-Perfection :: The curry and rice at Kalé tastes like you grew up eating it, even if you didn’t - Eater Portland, Oregon
July 17, 2018 By: Brooke Jackson-Glidden
Homey Japanese Comfort Food Returns to Portland - Portland Mercury Blog Town
July 12, 2018 By: Chad Walsh
After a Long Absence, Kalé is Poised to Return to Downtown - Michigan Ross News Blog
December 14, 2016
These 15 Products From Michigan Ross Alums Make the Perfect Holiday Gifts - The Global Renal Gourmet
March 10, 2013 By: Shu-Huei Henrickson
Kalé, Portland OR - Orgon Live
February, 2013 By: By Michael Russell, The Oregonian
10 Favorite Rice Dishes from All Over Portland - The Examiner
February 24, 2013 By: Shu-Huei Henrickson
Kalé: Ultimate Japanese comfort food in Portland, OR - Portland Pedal Power
January 17, 2012 By: By Anthony
PPP brings you Kalé comfort! - More…
