In the same way that Kaiseki itself is a feast for the eyes as well as the
palate, chef Murata's Kaiseki is at once a cookbook and a work of art. This
sumptuously illustrated volume features-in seasonal format-the style of cooking
that began as tea ceremony accompaniment and developed into the highest form of
Japanese cuisine. Kaiseki celebrates the natural ingredients of each season with a spectacular
presentation. After a front section explaining the history and components of
kaiseki cuisine, Yoshihiro Murata, the third generation owner/chef of Kyoto's
famed Kikunoi restaurant, introduces the establishment's menu. With candidness
and insight, he shares his thoughts on ingredients, preparation methods