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pepper_d's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
kbrsuperstar's review against another edition
informative
slow-paced
3.75
I think we all know that there are cookbooks you will actually cook from and there are cookbooks that are a delight to read but you'll probably never make anything in them and this is firmly in the latter. It's a great read and really interesting but yeah I'm never going to make my own plum wine or pickled cherry blossoms thanks
coinchantal's review against another edition
5.0
A dream comes true with this beautiful book and lovely pictures. Everything is well explained, even the fundamentals and techniques of Japanese eating culture. The details this book gives is overwhelming in a positive way. You want every cooking book to be like this. A very easy read into Japanese cooking. Thank you Netgalley for giving me this book. Worth every 5 points.
This is a ARC from the publisher via Netgalley, which I got for an honest review.
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This is a ARC from the publisher via Netgalley, which I got for an honest review.
maireoverthere's review against another edition
4.0
This is a lovely cookbook that reads like great non-fiction. Though the recipes are not new to anyone already familiar with Japanese cuisine, this is still very enjoyable. Every section has an introduction to that aspect of Japanese cuisine, its history, tradition, and significance. She also does a wonderful job at making "traditional" ingredients accessible for this side of the world. There is a lot of love and reverence in this book.
taun's review against another edition
5.0
Humble in both tenor & ingredients, this is the kind of cookbook one picks up to encounter true flavors of Japanese cooking.
While not all the recipes are simple or quick to prepare, there is a broad enough recipe index for all energy & experience levels. In addition to the tradition of Japanese foods, there’s a fair bit of history, information, and personal memoir woven into the book, which I loved.
The author is also an effective teacher with a calming method that cultivates a deep appreciation both for the nourishment and for the process.
Would highly recommend for anyone ready to explore Japanese cooking.
As usual, the traditional breakfast was my favourite, miso shiro is simply pure comfort. I also recommend having a try at making tofu, which was fun if not a little tricky. I particularly enjoyed the addition of black soybean recipes, which I use frequently.
While not all the recipes are simple or quick to prepare, there is a broad enough recipe index for all energy & experience levels. In addition to the tradition of Japanese foods, there’s a fair bit of history, information, and personal memoir woven into the book, which I loved.
The author is also an effective teacher with a calming method that cultivates a deep appreciation both for the nourishment and for the process.
Would highly recommend for anyone ready to explore Japanese cooking.
As usual, the traditional breakfast was my favourite, miso shiro is simply pure comfort. I also recommend having a try at making tofu, which was fun if not a little tricky. I particularly enjoyed the addition of black soybean recipes, which I use frequently.
jennyp0208's review against another edition
5.0
So much more than a cookbook, this goes into great detail on Japanese food culture, ingredient profiles (including a trip to harvest wild seaweed), and family memories. The photography is incredible too, creating a really satisfying reading experience.
I'm headed to the city to the Japanese market today.
I'm headed to the city to the Japanese market today.
eososray's review against another edition
3.0
This is a beautiful book with time consuming recipes. While I love the idea of making my own broths and making my own noodles, I know I never will. I do love that the book is about loving the process and making things beautiful but right now, that is not what I need in a cookbook.
justiceofkalr's review against another edition
5.0
This is a beautiful book. Drool-worthy food and accompanying pictures. It starts at the fundamentals of the kitchen and cuisine and works its was through to an appealing array of recipes. I skimmed a bit on the seafood and meat recipes since I don't eat those but every other section that I looked at was full of food that I would love to eat.