Flavor Pairing

Wasabi

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Aged Parmesan

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The isothiocyanate burn of wasabi cuts through the rich, crystalline fat of aged Parmesan. The heat cleanses the palate between each rich, umami-dense bite.

Electric surprise — the jolt of unexpected pleasure

heat-cleansing pungent-richness palate-reset
Japanese kaiseki Fusion cuisine
Japanese-Italian fusion omakase creative tasting menu
Gustatory

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