Summary
Izakaya is like a Japanese version of a tapas bar. It s a bar that serves a lot of food, The best way to eat in an izakaya is to go with a group of people, so you can sample lots of dishes.In this beautiful illustrated book Hideo Dekura turns your kitchen into your very own Izakaya. Invite your friends and family round to enjoy the experience of your very own Izakaya as Hideo Dekura guides you through step-by-step instructions on how to create your very own Japanese tapas.The recipes in this book covers all areas of an Izakaya from the food to the drinks for your guests to enjoy.
Hideo was born in Yotsuya, Tokyo. His cooking training commenced in the family restaurants, where he learnt from his parents the principles of sushi and kappou-ryori food preparation, cooking and presentation that had been passed down through the generations of his family. At the same time he learnt the philosophy of Chakaiseki (the tea ceremony cuisine), Teikanryu Shodoo (calligraphy), Ikenobou-Ryuuseiha (flower arranging) and Hocho Shiki (cooking knife's ceremony) at the Shijyoushinryuu School
