Originally Posted by
Moomba
some Japanese rice snacks.
One of those said snacks looks a lot like wasabi covered nuts or peas or something.
Originally Posted by
Moomba
Champagne
Cuvee William Deutz Brut 1998
Now how can you possibly like a champagne like Deutz? I know there are worst, but I still don't drink Deutz champas for the sake of drinking champagne. (Deutz joins the likes of NV Lanson, Moet & Chandon and Mumm. Yes I am well aware of what CX serve as champagne in their lounges!)
Originally Posted by
Moomba
However there was something in the braised dish that did not sit well. The hot dish, despite having the appearance of someone heaving all over the plate, was quite nice although it seemed odd to me that a Japanese meal would have a mayonnaise sauce.
Japanese have their own kind of mayonnaise which tastes a bit more richer and creamier than most other Western equivalents. It tastes great and I love it, but admittedly it's not good for you (as is the Western one, but the Japanese one more so). Japanese are not at all reserved in adding mayonnaise to hot food. I suppose in your case perhaps the mayonnaise was obstructing the taste of the rest of the dish.
Originally Posted by
Moomba
After the meal I opted for some fresh fruit and more champagne. Some more champagne and a little more champagne. I was the only one drinking the bottle so we couldn’t let it go to waste.
A bottle of Deutz? Now you are crazy
Great TR - I always enjoy a review of LX F. The photos of Kyoto - absolutely stunning. Brings back many great memories....and several insights into starting a postcard business
