A lovely Dinner at Taiko-en.

Taiko-en is a famous exclusive hotel in Osaka. People often use this hotel for wedding reception.
Actually, it is 5min walk from our apartment.

This place was used for the banquet when the G8 Finance Ministers Meeting was held in Osaka2008.6.13.
http://www.g8summit.go.jp/eng/venue/osaka_04.html

We went there for a dinner on Saturday and we had a great time.

This is an appetiser. Each plates are just an art.

Little plates and bowls like this comes one after the other. Kaiseki style.

What is Kaiseki:
kaiseki is a type of art form that balances the taste, texture, appearance, and colors of food.To this end, only fresh seasonal ingredients are used and are prepared in ways that aim to enhance their flavor. Local ingredients are often included as well. Finished dishes are carefully presented on colorful plates that are chosen to enhance both the appearance and the seasonal theme of the meal. Dishes are beautifully arranged and garnished, often with real leaves and flowers, as well as edible garnishes designed to resemble natural plants and animals.
 Then the little cute dessert at last.



Taiko-en official web page http://www.taiko-en.com/

Comments

Bernie B. aka BB said…
So beautiful and exquisite!
So much care and effort were put in the presentation, and yet look 'effortless' - everything is just right, without the feeling of 'trying too hard' - one of the things I love about Japanese food and aesthetic in general.
July 25, 2008 at 10:22 AM
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