There’s no doubt that Sake, Japan’s delicious national drink, (often drunk – in my experience at least – to raucous cries of ‘Kampai!’)  Not only is it the perfect pairing to your favourite sushi, sake is a deeply nuanced, centuries-old craft. Much like wine, there are an incredible range of flavours from delicate floral […]

The creation of wagashi requires skill, precision, and an artistic eye. Despite the simplicity of the ingredients - typically rice flour, beans, sugar, and water—master artisans spend years perfecting their techniques

If you have a passion for grilling, I have a culinary diamond (before-the-rough) for you — Binchotan Charcoal. Steeped in fine Japanese grilling tradition, this charcoal is actually revered by chefs and barbecue enthusiasts worldwide. But what makes Binchotan so special, and why does it come with a high price tag? Read on! The […]

In my head I am already there. It is my first evening, wandering through the vibrant streets, surround by a group of tipsy new friends. We have found the perfect yakitori restaurant. Our table is laden with hot sake and cold Asahi Super-Dry. As we are toasting “campai”, streaming plates of kushiyaki and yakitori […]

In our latest blog post, we step into the finger-lickin’ world of kushiyaki, the traditional Japanese art of skewered, grilled deliciousness. We had the pleasure of speaking with Chef Masahiro Iwakami, the owner of a renowned Kushiyaki restaurant in Shimbashi, Tokyo. Join us as we explore the secrets behind his culinary craft and the […]