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- Gerhard Huber added a new meal Dinner at Kataori (片折) at Kataori
One of the best meals ever, very lucky frist day of the matsutake season.
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- Gerhard Huber added a new meal Dinner at FORNO at FORNO
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- Gerhard Huber added a new meal Lunch at Peter at Peter
Top floor restaurant at The Peninsula. Great view and some excellent dishes
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- Gerhard Huber added a new meal Dinner at Tha Sakai at Tha Sakai
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Teuchi Soba Koyori in Kanazawa transcends the idea of soba as a simple noodle dish. Rooted in the chef’s personal heritage—his family cultivates buckwheat in Nagano—this is a place where soba becomes an expression of lineage, craftsmanship, and restraint. The house style follows Togakushi tradition, with ultra-fine strands served in bocchi-mori... More
Teuchi Soba Koyori in Kanazawa transcends the idea of soba as a simple noodle dish. Rooted in the chef’s personal heritage—his family cultivates buckwheat in Nagano—this is a place where soba becomes an expression of lineage, craftsmanship, and restraint. The house style follows Togakushi tradition, with ultra-fine strands served in bocchi-mori bundles, showcasing clarity, nuance, and deep respect for the grain. The atmosphere is serene and almost ceremonial, allowing the soba’s quiet power to speak.
We began with だし巻き玉子 (Dashimaki Tamago), which set the tone: astonishingly fluffy, saturated with dashi, and carrying an elegance rarely found in what is often a humble dish. This was followed by 天ざるそば, where the cold soba’s pristine texture met perfectly crisp seasonal tempura—light, never oily, highlighting each ingredient’s character.
The 舞茸と鴨つけ汁そば(冷) offered a deeper register: earthy maitake and rich duck in a cold dipping broth that enhanced the soba’s aromatic depth. The harmony of forest and fowl was remarkable. Finally, the 加賀蓮根のすり流し蕎麦(温) presented warmth and creaminess—a Kaga lotus root broth of gentle sweetness and silky comfort, unlike any soba preparation I’ve encountered.
Without doubt, this is the finest soba I have ever eaten. The flavors are astonishingly clear yet profoundly deep. Koyori is not just a soba restaurant—it is a quiet pinnacle of Japanese craftsmanship. Less
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- Gerhard Huber added a new meal Dinner at Chikurin at Chikurin
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- Gerhard Huber added a new meal Dinner at MENYA INOICHI #3 at MENYA INOICHI #3
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Lawry’s The Prime Rib Ebisu delivers a refined and nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic American steakhouses. The ambiance is elegant yet relaxed, with attentive service and generous portions. The prime rib was quite good — juicy, tender, and well-seasoned, carved tableside with a satisfying old-school flair. Sides like mashed potatoes and... More
Lawry’s The Prime Rib Ebisu delivers a refined and nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic American steakhouses. The ambiance is elegant yet relaxed, with attentive service and generous portions. The prime rib was quite good — juicy, tender, and well-seasoned, carved tableside with a satisfying old-school flair. Sides like mashed potatoes and creamed spinach complemented it perfectly. A solid choice in Tokyo for anyone craving a hearty, traditional roast beef dinner with a touch of timeless charm. Less
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- Gerhard Huber added a new meal Dinner at Sazenka at Sazenka
