


Originally, izakaya were simply sake stores where customers could consume their drink on the premises. Over time, they began to offer snacks too. These simple, flavorful dishes are the perfect way to liven up evenings with friends. In this book, chef Tim Anderson presents 80 tasty and surprising recipes inspired by this authentic bistro cuisine: fresh, invigorating dishes (such as radish salad with watercress, pickled tomatoes, tsuyu and ginger); hearty, comforting dishes (such as steak au poivre, garlic butter sauce and soy sauce); fusion recipes (fondue waf , or Korean-style beef tartare). Bonus: a guide to the best Japanese spirits and easy-to-make cocktails to accompany any dish. Packed with tips, original flavor combinations and mouth-watering photos, this book is the perfect way to wow your guests with delicious Japanese home cooking, with minimum effort and maximum results! Japanese cooking enthusiast Tim Anderson is a British-American chef and writer, and winner of Masterchef 2011. He lived in Japan for several years, where he still works regularly as a consultant. Tim Anderson is currently chef and owner of Nanban, a Japanese soul food restaurant in London. Tim Anderson is also the author of : Bowls & Bento, Tokyo Stories, Izakaya, Ultra-easy vegan Japanese cooking!
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