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Tabu is a company dedicated to manufacture and provide, high quality, whole food, plant-based and imported Japanese macrobiotic products. We use locally sourced organic non-gmo products and produce natural fare daily. 
Macrobiotic principles are strictly adhered to in the manufacturing of high quality plant-based products to ensure a perfect balance between Yin and Yang, and are needed for a balanced, alkaline diet.
We are organic certified.

FESTIVE SEASON GREETINGS

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Dear Clients We do appreciate your support during 2025. We wish to you and your families a Festive Season and Prosperous 2026. Please take note orders need to be placed by 12 December for us to be able to deliver your order still, as we will only commence business on 5 January 2026. All orders […]

TEMPEH

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Tempeh is a nutrient-dense food made from fermented soybeans and offers a wide range of nutritional benefits. Here’s a breakdown of its key advantages: 1. High-Quality Protein 2. Rich in Vitamins and Minerals 3. Gut Health Support 4. High in Fiber 5. Low in Saturated Fat 6. Antioxidant Content 7. Blood Sugar Management Additional Notes […]

Short Grain Brown Rice

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Brown short grain The ultimate most nutritious way to cook brown rice. Rinse brown rice to get rid of dust and impurities. Soak overnight for about 20 hours for germination to start.  Witch makes for more complete amino acids to be available for the body’s absorbtion. If you do this method witch you should as […]

Fermented Foods

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Our Paleolithic ancestors had plenty of opportunity for the consumption of food products, honey fruits berries and their juices that had been unknowingly subjected to natural microbial fermentation. Without knowledge of microbes, our ancestors recognized, over time, the palatability, preservative, analgesic and mentally stimulating or sedating qualities of fermented foods and beverages.  Thus, the stage […]

Amazake Matcha Smoothie

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  INGREDIENTS 125 ml Amazake 5 ml Matcha Tea Ice Place all ingredients in Blender and blend till smooth. Variations: You can add Almond milk.  

BENEFITS OF JAPANESE FOOD PRODUCTS

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BENEFITS OF JAPANESE FOOD PRODUCTS NATTO (Japanese food) Made from soy beans fermented with Bacillus subtilis (good bacteria). Cleanses the gut. Benefits: Vitamin K2, more than 200% than other products Contains Zinc and calcium High in iron, protein, vitamin c Good for digestion Has probiotics – same has yoghurt Good for weight loss Good for […]

Arame-salad

Arame salad

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A hand full of Arame soaked in cold water 15-20 minutes Green beans cooked for 5 min refreshed in cold water and split Carrots thinly sliced and blanched for 30 sec, cooled. Spring onions and celery Roasted seeds Mix all together and add salad dressing. Dressing: 1/2 tsp mustard 1tbsp sesame seeds 1/2 springonion finally […]

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Umebushi Plum

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Ume (Prunus mume) is a fruit that’s been commonly referred to as a plum but actually is a species of apricot. There’s evidence of the Ume (originally called Ubai) having been used as a traditional medicine in China 2,000 years ago, as a dried smoked fruit. However, when the Japanese discovered the ume, they modified […]

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Sea vegetables

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For centuries, Oriental medicine has recognized that sea vegetables contribute to general well-being and especially to the health of the endocrine and nervous systems. Over the last few decades, medical researchers have discovered a diet that includes sea vegetables reduces the risk of some diseases and helps the body eliminate dangerous toxins. In fact, surveys […]

Amazake

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Amazake is produced by combining cooked whole grain brown rice with koji spores and fermenting it for several hours. Fermented foods like amazake might benefit your stomach if you don’t digest food well. The enzymes in amaze help break down fats, complex carbohydrates, and proteins for your body to use. It also helps to eliminate […]

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