I visited MASHIRO for the first time.This restaurant is run by Chef Koshimo, who previously operated a place called Roshoku in Gion. The name and location have changed to Karasuma.I had been to Roshoku a few years ago and remembered it as a delicious French restaurant, so I was looking forward to enjoying Chef Koshimo's cuisine again.I made a reservation for lunch and arrived at the restaurant, which is an 8-minute walk from Karasuma Station.The interior is different from Roshoku, featuring an open kitchen with 11 counter seats. According to Chef Koshimo, he had always wanted to run an open kitchen, but it wasn't possible at Roshoku due to the property conditions, which is why he moved to this location.The course included:- Yosano Rice "Ki"- Kotoura Salmon- Tenkeiko Mushrooms- Blue Crab- Asparagus- Bread- Greens- Spanish Mackerel- Black Wagyu Beef- Sudachi- Matcha Mango- Herb Petit Fours- Blue Crab: This dish featured blue crab combined with a cold tomato pasta, and the capellini harmonized beautifully with the ingredients, resulting in an outstanding flavor.- Greens: This dish used green vegetables and fruits, including cucumber, kiwi, broccoli, and okra, all perfectly seasoned together.- Sudachi: The first dessert was a sherbet made from sudachi, paired with white wine and aloe jelly. Although sudachi has a strong acidity, mixing it with the other ingredients created a much milder flavor, making it very easy to enjoy.- Matcha Mango: The main dessert was a mango pudding made from "Tamago no Taiyo" mangoes, served with coconut ice cream. The sweetness of the matcha-scented mango pudding stood out, and when combined with the coconut ice cream, it created a delightful harmony of sweetness, making it an exceptional dessert.All the dishes showcased the deliciousness of the sauces while preserving the umami of the ingredients.I don't often go to French restaurants in Kansai, but this place is one I would like to visit regularly in the future.In the end, I was seen off by Chef Koshimo, leaving the restaurant completely satisfied.It was a great meal!
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