Emeryville may have lost Peruvian joint Las Brasas over the summer, but it wasn't long before the void was filled by a new Peruvian restaurant, El Huarique De Juancito, now open in Las Brasas' old spot on San Pablo Ave. The menu features a diverse mix of Peruvian specialties, from breakfast favorites like tamales and pan con chicharron to dinner items including pollo a la brasa and lomo saltado. Peruvian seafood hits like leche de tigre and ceviches are also on offer.
In places like Torrance and Gardena, you have the development and preservation of Japanese American food - it [has] layers of history and struggle, but food ultimately being a source of comfort and identity.
Trader Joe's offers a Japanese-inspired dessert with their Japanese Mini Taiyaki, a modern variation of the traditional imagawayaki, which has a crispy coating and chewy texture.
"Founded by chef Shuzo Ueno, this restaurant has been around for more than 50 years, and is famous for kappo-style cuisine, where chefs serve customers at a counter. It's in a tiny alley that's only a few feet wide, in the busiest part of Osaka."
Teruko restaurant not only embodies the spirit of Japanese cuisine but also integrates the legacy of artist Teruko Yokoi through its curated art displays, creating a unique cultural experience.
Japanese restaurants are flourishing in Georgetown, with the opening of Koryouri Urara led by Chef Urara Iwasaki, emphasizing homestyle cooking and seasonal ingredients.
Japanese fried chicken, or karaage, often uses boneless filets and smaller, bite-sized chunks for quicker cooking and easier eating with chopsticks, while Korean fried chicken utilizes familiar cuts like wings and drumsticks.
The EDWIN collection embodies the Japanese philosophy of Hara Hachi Bun Me, encouraging a balance of indulgence and moderation through avant-garde fashion and cultural storytelling.