Scot and I were lucky to score very hard to get reservations at Hayato. Up until recently he has only been making (very elaborate and exclusive) bento boxes for lunch. Now he has expanded into a beautiful restaurant serving no more than seven a night - one seating. (Tatami for 6 coming soon.) Chef Brandon … Continue reading Hayato Restaurant; Exciting New Kaiseki in DTLA
Month: September 2018
Kanazawa, Japan – April 2018
Few American foodies who travel to Japan make it out to Ishikawa Prefecture. Kanazawa is often compared to Kyoto but like other parts of Japan I found it to be completely unique. We went there for two primary reasons - Sakura (cherry blossom peak season) and for a Foodie Pilgrimage. We love the way each … Continue reading Kanazawa, Japan – April 2018
Touring Wajima in the Noto Peninsula
Went on an amazing foodie-driven tour of Wajima in the Noto Peninsula. The Noto Peninsula is a rural, beautiful, unspoiled landscape of natural wonders and unique and special food. Our amazing guide Mika took us to see the Wajima fish market for sashimi breakfast. True to the reputation, it was completely "manned" by women. The … Continue reading Touring Wajima in the Noto Peninsula
Yumeri Izakaya – Kanazawa, Japan
April 2018 Our last dinner in Japan was the most challenging. I had chosen an Izakaya that was a difficult reservation; 2 months notice and I had to agree in writing I could speak Japanese as no English would be spoken. I hoped that by the end of our trip I would have practiced enough … Continue reading Yumeri Izakaya – Kanazawa, Japan
Yamashita Izakaya – Kanazawa, Japan
April 2018 Some of our favorite nights in Japan are the ones where we go into tiny little mom and pop restaurants , sit at the counter, and chat with the chef and customers. This was one of those nights. Yamashita -san (izakaya named for him) besides preparing us amazing food , was engaging and … Continue reading Yamashita Izakaya – Kanazawa, Japan
Sekitei – Shabu Shabu in Kanazawa, Japan
April 2018 Sekitei is traditional and local; it is the restaurant to seek out for an authentic evening of peace and delicious food. When Kanazawa is compared to Kyoto, this restaurant comes to mind. We enjoyed our Shabu Shabu Kaiseki dinner in a private room and our server did our swish-swishing for us... More on … Continue reading Sekitei – Shabu Shabu in Kanazawa, Japan
Shoubou_Shoujou, Special Izakaya in Kanazawa, Japan
April, 2018 Shubou Shoujou Shoubou/Shojou (Translates both ways) First night in Kanazawa. Had reservations at a special Izakaya where we had to preorder the sashimi platter. Got to hang out with the owner /chef and his wife and eat lots of tasty local food. Highlights included local ama ebi (Sweet shrimp) , but the variety … Continue reading Shoubou_Shoujou, Special Izakaya in Kanazawa, Japan
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