Umai

'Umai', 美味しい, meaning tasty, delicious, appetizing, is a word said with fervour and excitement after that first bite of something that hits the spot. Umai is an introduction to the comfort and serenity of Japan; it is a celebration of a cuisine and diverse culture deeply rooted in food; it is a cook's guide to the Japanese kitchen through the home-style recipes that shape it. Through 70 delicious dishes, take a seat at a typical Japanese table and enjoy the food that families make and grow up on, but more than that, explore the country's culinary culture. Woven throughout are passages that serve as a portal to the enticing eateries of Japan. Venture to a traditional izakaya for classic small plates and recreate this at home, warm your soul at a no-frills hole-in-the-wall teishokuya or delve into unmissable delicacies at a local Japanese bakery - there's plenty to guide you through what to expect on your journey. Return again and again to this collection of satisfying recipes and fascinating stories and take it as your invitation to the Japanese home kitchen and a country that's cuisine is fondly known and loved around the world.