Chef Zaiyu Hasegawa’s playful interpretation of classical Japanese cuisine at his restaurant, Den, is celebrated as the front-runner of modern kaiseki in Tokyo. For the lack of a better phrase, a meal at Den is one of good vibes only.
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Etxebarri: Temple of Grill in Basque Country
Chef Arguinzoniz’s shokunin-like approach to ingredients and wood-fired grilling is worth the most arduous of journeys. Our meal here made us reconsider the way we look at the flavour potential of vegetables and seafood, and how sometimes simple is best.
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Andaz Tavern: Modern provincial kitchen in the heart of Tokyo
Unlike what you would typically expect of flagship restaurants in luxury hotels, Andaz Tavern’s menu echoes a down-to-earth approach, featuring locally and regionally sourced produce cooked with the customer’s heart and soul in mind. It draws inspiration from classic European homestyle dishes that many can identify with – from Italian-style risottos to French duck leg confit and beef bourguignon – and shakes things up with Japanese influences in cooking and aesthetics.
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1* Michelin Tokyo: Sushi Tokami
Standouts: Tuna tossaki roll, amazing otsumami and high quality maguro nigiri
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1* Michelin Tokyo: Tempura Motoyoshi
Nestled within a basement corner of the Minami-Aoyama residential district in Tokyo is Tempura master Kazuhito Motoyoshi’s playground for deep-fried artistry, the one Michelin-starred Tempura Motoyoshi restaurant. Often revered as the benchmark for exceptional tempura, owner and chef Motoyoshi’s finesse and dedication to detail in his restaurant is both iconic and exemplary. From the choice of grandeur…
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