Our vegan ‘omakase’ dinner event

As I was browsing through Noma Kyoto's posts (feeling a bit jealous that people were able to snag a reservation there), I couldn't help but appreciate the amazing food environment in Japan. With the islands spanning a long distance, the country experiences a variety of climates in each season. In particular, during springtime, one can enjoy summer fruits from Okinawa and other southern islands, as well as regular spring vegetables and plants from Honshu, and late winter seaweeds and vegetables from colder areas such as Hokkaido and the northern region. This realization came to me while I was interning at Inua back in 2019.

I am grateful that restaurants like Noma Kyoto are introducing Japanese culture and environment to the world, showcasing how rich and diverse the food culture of Japan is through their eyes. It makes me realize how lucky I am to have been born in this country and to be proud of my Japanese heritage.

Anyway, let's get back to the main topic. I (@tomokotahara as @maest_food) am excited to announce a collaboration with @folkerestaurant, featuring an 8-course tasting dinner. The base inspirations for our menu items reflect the food culture of Japan. Chef Uyeda, who was born in Canada and is half Japanese, has experience working for six months at a 3 Michelin star restaurant in Japan and also CDC at Kissa Tanto (a Japanese-Italian restaurant) for three years.Along with co-owner and pastry chef Deo, they have opened Folke, whose menus are strongly inspired by East to South Asian cultures and plant based. I feel honored to have the opportunity to work with them.

I hope to see you at the event.

Event details: Ticket link is here.

A plant-based 8-course omakase tasting menu. The event will take place on April 24th with 2 seatings at 5:30pm and 8:30pm. Tickets are available now at @folkerestaurant for $135, 8 courses.

Drink pairing is also available for an additional $45.

The location is Folke restaurant at 2585 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2E9.