Vegan tastings dinner event
Folke X Maest collaboration dinner is two days away. 24th April(Monday)
Here are some sneak peeks.
Tickets are from here.
The event details:
A plant-based menu featuring spring vegetables, the base concept is Japanese food culture.
See other posts about our food and concept.
April 24th with 2 seatings at 6pm(sold out) and 8pm(a few spots left).
$85 tips are included. Drink pairing(sake / wine) is also available for an additional $45.
At Folke restaurant at 2585 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC
Savory Sumi chacoal donuts
Plant based surf and turf.
Spring shoots plate.
Sneak peek of 1st course : Hassun, snack plate
A sneak peek of our first course: Hassun.
Folke restaurant and I (@tomokotahara/ @maest_food ) teamed up to create a modern take on this traditional snack tray from the Kaiseki tea ceremony menu.
Our Hassun features four unique snacks:
Candied horsetails with beach rose sugar. (T) / I wrote about candy made from foraged horsetails that I dehydrated and candied with soy caramel, coated with beach rose sugar.
Wild green bouquets with rosehip tare, flavoured oil.(T) / I also foraged wild greens, including ground elder, cleavers, bitter cress, wild fennel, and blossoms, and served them as a bouquet with rosehip tare sauce and flavoured oil.
Pumpkin seed tofu with Chef Colin’s special condiments (stay tuned)(F) / Chef Colin from Folke created pumpkin seed tofu without using Nigari or other coagulant agents. He will serve it with his special homemade condiments, and the reveal is coming soon!
Slow cooked Beet sashimi with house made ponzu jelly.(F)/To make the slow-cooked beet sashimi, chef Colin used a multi-step process that included burning, slow cooking, and dehydrating the beets. The resulting dish is packed with delicious beet flavor.
Here is a great news. We're excited to offer a more budget-friendly version of our event ticket. Now priced at just $85, your ticket includes a 7-course tastings menu(complete with dessert) and gratuity.
We've also streamlined the menu by reducing the number of featured items, so you can focus on savoring each bite. Choose your preferred seating time (6pm or 8pm) and get ready for a culinary adventure like no other!
*We understand that some of you may have already purchased tickets at the higher price, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. However, we will be issuing refunds for the price adjustment to ensure that everyone can enjoy this incredible dining experience at the new, lower price.
Ticket link https://www.folkerestaurant.com/tickets. Photo credit : Cafe yvr
Candied Horsetails
Candied Horsetails: An Intriguing Addition to our 1st course(It will be 4 kinds of snacks on a plate)
When it comes to unusual foods, candied horsetails might be the epitome of unconventional. But despite their strange appearance, they offer a unique and delicious experience for those who dare to try.
I will collaborate with Folke restaurant for an event, and I knew I wanted to introduce this dish to their menu. But let me tell you, making candied horsetails was not an easy feat.
First, I had to clean and branch the horsetails. Then, I tried cooking them in a soy sauce caramel, but the water from the horsetails made the caramel thinner and stickier than I wanted. I also realized that they needed extra flavors to balance their unique taste.
So, I tried dehydrating them overnight, which not only enhanced their flavor but also made them easier to cook.(Double win, yay)
However, I could only candy about 10 pieces at a time because the horsetails are quite fragile. In total, I made around 130-140 pieces.Took me a few hours.
Once I candied them, I coated them with rose sugar, which added a floral acidity that perfectly complemented the horsetail. After air-drying them for a few days, they were ready to serve.
The result was an intriguing, imperfect yet perfect dish that offered layers of flavors. And while it might not be for everyone, it’s certainly an experience that food enthusiasts should try at least once.
If you're interested in trying out new and exciting dishes, be sure to join us at the collaboration event with Folke restaurant. Along with candied horsetails, you'll be able to enjoy a variety of deliciously cooked seasonal vegetables and plants.
In conclusion, candied horsetails are a unique and unconventional addition to any plate. Don't let their strange appearance fool you – their flavors and textures will surprise and delight you. So, go ahead and try something new – you might just discover your next favorite dish.
About the event information, ticket link is here.
