The current generation of omakase chefs in Los Angeles are returning to the essence of the cuisine. A trip to Tokyo confirms what's been driving their pursuit for excellence.
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For the uninitiated, the term omakase translates to I ll leave it up to you in Japanese exactly what one needs to do when enjoying this Japanese-style multiple-course meal.
Just sit back, relax and watch the chef prepare the food before your very eyes. Diners are not given a detailed menu prior to their session so each and every dish that is presented to them will be a surprise.
Unsurprisingly, such a meticulously curated meal can be quite an expensive affair. For example, an omakase dinner at the cult favourite Sushi Kimura can set you back about $300 to $400.
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Not only is it designed according to food science and Traditional Chinese Medicine principles for optimum nutrition while drawing inspiration from cultures around the world, it also works with selected recipes contributed by chef-owners of Michelin-starred restaurants, including Restaurant Labyrinth’s Han Li Guang, Sushi Kimura’s Tomoo Kimura and Le Du in Bangkok’s Thitid Tassanakajohn.