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Thick udon noodles coated in a savory broth with tender mushrooms and winter greens, sprinkled with sesame seeds and scallions.

Udon Noodles with Mushrooms and Winter Greens

Main Course - Japanese - January 20, 2023
A beautifully glazed cod fillet on a bed of vibrant green cucumber slices topped with sesame seeds and chopped spring onions.

Miso-glazed Cod with Sesame Cucumber Salad

Main Course - Japanese - July 12, 2023
A beautiful display of color and texture: a snow-white piece of pan-seared cod rests on a bed of vibrant orange wasabi sweet potato mash. Glossy golden miso glaze embellishes it in abstract patterns, and bright green sprinkles of thinly shredded seaweed and black sesame seeds accentuate the food art. To the side, a small cluster of pickled fennel adds a pop of exciting neon pink.

Pan-Seared Cod with Wasabi Sweet Potato Mash and Miso Glaze

Main Course - Japanese - August 10, 2023
Succulent shrimp beautifully caramelized with a glaze mimic the enticing texture of unagi, arranged on a bed of crispy tempura veggies. Golden yellow, orange, and green colors contrast against the soft, inviting white of the Japanese rice. The dish is completed by light drizzles of plum wine sauce, which add a gleaming touch and subtle dashes of color. On the side, garnished with a sprig of fresh mint, is a small dish of extra plum wine sauce, inviting you to indulge.

Unagi-style Shrimp with Summer Vegetable Tempura & Plum Wine Sauce

Main Course - Japanese Fusion - August 27, 2023
Bright, translucent martini glasses shimmering with a liquid gold cocktail, adorned by a gigantic cucumber hoop studded with a glistening sardine, intertwined with dill sprigs, and punctuated by a green olive. A straw-like sliver of chili, sticky with honey glaze, is delicately balanced on the rim.

Fusion Dancing Sardine Martini

Cocktail - Fusion - September 10, 2023
Mid-golden, caramel-glazed fillet of fish, gently charred on its edges, seated on a black lacquer plate. Garnished with microgreens and thinly-sliced radishes at its side, adding to the subtle elegance. A small dish of vibrant, freshly grated wasabi roots complements the plating.

Saikyo Yaki: Grilled Miso-Marinated Fish

Main Course - Japanese - October 22, 2023
A vibrant orange kabocha squash pancake lies at the center, surrounded by chunks of succulent lobster on one side, speckled with black sesame seeds. The opposing side is adorned with finely cut green shiso leaves and red pickled umeboshi plums, giving it a naturally beautiful contrast. The dish is served on a cobalt blue platter which pops the colors nicely.

Glazed Lobster with Kabocha Squash & Umeboshi

Brunch - Japanese - November 11, 2023
The steamy Udon noodles generously coated with a glossy, caramel-hued sauce, sit comfortably in a classic black ceramic bowl. Hints of green from the Nori and a scatter of sesame seeds create a color contrast. Slices of beautifully caramelized onions glisten on top, catching the light. A pair of wooden chopsticks rests on the side.

Sake-Infused Caramelized Onion Udon

Quick and Easy - Japanese - December 29, 2023
Picture a pristine white bowl, holding a cascade of nutty brown shiitake risotto. Atop the risotto rest four beautiful oysters gently simmered to perfection in miso broth, garnished with a sprinkle of vivid green sliced scallions and a delicate accent of pink pickled ginger.

Slow Cooker Miso Oysters with Shiitake Risotto

Main Course - Fusion - April 30, 2024
In a shallow earthenware bowl, the vibrant green Fava beans pop against the rich, glossy simmered soy-based broth. Melt-in-mouth meat and glistening Shitake mushrooms complete the earthy spectacle. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh green onions and a side of pickled radish for color contrast.

Nikujaga-inspired Slow Cooker Fava Beans

Main Course - Japanese - May 17, 2024
A brightly colored salad bursting with beautiful harmonious contrasts: deep pink slices of seared tuna rest over a bed of deep green dandelion leaves and light green cucumber slices. Dark buckwheat soba noodles weave through the salad, speckled with jet-black sesame seeds. On the side, a dollop of wasabi adds a pop of light green and a specially prepared sake cup holds the glistening yuzu-sesame dressing.

Tuna Tataki and Dandelion Green Soba Salad

Main Course - Japanese - May 22, 2024
Golden, charred skewers lay elegantly across the plate. Juicy pieces of marinated pork and vibrant green spinach leaves are intertwined on the skewers, each piece seared with delightful grill marks. A glossy teriyaki glaze coats over the top. A side of sticky white rice balances the bold skewers, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds provides a delicate crunch. Flashes of pink from the picked radishes adds pops of color.

Japanese BBQ Spinach Skewers

BBQ - Japanese - December 20, 2024