{"product_id":"the-food-of-japan-96-authentic-recipes-from-the-land-of-the-rising-sun-9784805314807","title":"The Food of Japan: 96 Authentic Recipes from the Land of the Rising Sun","description":"\u003cb\u003eIn Japan, where there are more festivals than there are days of the year, it's no surprise that food is a daily celebration unto itself \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Food of Japan\u003c\/i\u003e is a diverse compilation of 96 recipes collected and beautifully photographed in several regions throughout the country. The many different styles of Japanese food are a treat for the palate, eyes, and nose--making it a complete epicurean experience. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHistory and culture have shaped Japanese cuisine, which is carefully explained in this introductory guide. It also includes eating styles, cooking techniques, authentic ingredients, and regional differences. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecipes included range from soup stocks to main dishes to desserts, including: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Miso Soup with Clams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Chawan Mushi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Hotpots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Cherry Blossom Dumplings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eSteps to creating traditional Japanese dishes, along with new twists on old classics, are featured in this vibrantly illustrated guide. A lovely addition to the practiced home chef's library or for the budding gourmand's entry into Japanese cooking, \u003ci\u003eThe Food of Japan\u003c\/i\u003e is destined to be a classic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrize-winning chef \u003cb\u003eTakayuki Kosaki\u003c\/b\u003e was born in Ishikawa Prefecture. In 1994 he became Chef de Cuisine at Hyatt Regency Osaka's finest Japanese Restaurant, Irodori. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eWalter Wagner\u003c\/b\u003e, Executive Chef at Hyatt Regency Osaka since its opening in 1994, acquired much of the essential culinary experience in his native land, Switzerland, as well as abroad. He is currently a board director of the Melbourne Food \u0026amp; Wine Festival and a member of the International Food \u0026amp; Beverage Forum. Also, he served as a board member of Restaurant \u0026amp; Catering Victoria for five years. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePhotographer \u003cb\u003eHeinz von Holzen\u003c\/b\u003e was F\u0026amp;B Director at the Grand Hyatt Bali before setting up his own company in Bali, specializing in food photography and food consultancy. He operates a restaurant and cooking school called Bumbu Bali and is the author of 8 books on Balinese and Indonesian cuisine.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Tuttle Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50857715335442,"sku":"9784805314807","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_06b50fc8-c522-4474-bd32-da6a0ba7ba65.jpg?v=1737540036","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-food-of-japan-96-authentic-recipes-from-the-land-of-the-rising-sun-9784805314807","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}