On a family trip to Tohoku, we visited "affetto akita" in Yurihonjo City, Akita Prefecture. During our long journey, I was eager to try their lunch, and it did not disappoint.The food, service, and ambiance were all outstanding! No wonder it’s a Tabelog Bronze-rated restaurant.Starting with two beautiful amuse-bouches, the creamy turnip topped with plump raw shrimp was simply exquisite.For the appetizers, we had ankimo (monkfish liver) and two types of bonito, served warm and cold. The cold dish with alternating layers of bonito and eggplant was surprisingly delicious.The pasta featured tagliatelle with beef ragù, enriched with corn and generously topped with cheese. It was incredibly tasty.For the main course, we had saury fish and pork. The saury was fluffy and rare in the center, complemented by asparagus, making it a true delight. The pork, cooked sous-vide and coated in crispy breadcrumbs, was sweet, juicy, and absolutely delicious.The focaccia, served sizzling in a cast iron pan, was shared between two of us. The outside was crispy while the inside was fluffy—another highlight of the meal. The dessert and coffee were also exceptionally good.We enjoyed a seven-course lunch, and I was truly impressed by the generous portions and high quality. I’m already looking forward to returning to Akita just to dine at this restaurant again.
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