Ogata - Finding Beauty in Rustic Cuisine

Title: Ogata - Finding Beauty in Rustic Cuisine
Author: Toshiro Ogata
Publisher: Seigensha
Language: Japanese and English
Year of publication: 2017
Number of pages: 152, illustrations in color and black and white
Hardcover, in slipcase; dimensions: 30 x 27.7 x 3.1 cm
ISBN: 978-4-86152-588-9 C0076

Hidden away in a picturesque alley in the heart of Kyoto, Toshiro Ogata enchants his guests with a unique cuisine born from a passionate and tireless quest for the essence of seasonal ingredients. In the seven chapters of this book—Water, Earth, Aroma, Heat, Salt, Cuts, Vessels—he reveals the elements that define his philosophy of 'rustic' in the kitchen.

True to this philosophy, which calls for remembering and honoring the origins of food in nature, Ogata's creations are perfectly refined yet powerfully fragrant with earth and sea. Gozen Koshida's photographs showcase his artistry on a range of exquisite vessels, from traditional Japanese kenzan and oribe pots to Korean porcelain and ceramics by Lucie Rie, all personally selected by the chef. Together with notes on ingredients and techniques, this book will appeal to gourmets and lovers of ancient art, culinary experts, and those who simply wish to experience Ogata's magic.