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KAISEKI
TASTING MENU
Kaiseki is an ancient Japanese cuisine that is now being made in a new interpretation with numerous dishes, in a pre-determined order and quantity, combining Japan’s meticulous tradition with up-to-date techniques and local ingredients carefully prepared and brewed for the meal. Every month new dates are released for these evenings, where Alex hosts up to 20 diners at once. The menu is updated and changes according to the seasons, and includes individual dishes, personal desserts, and Sake with Japanese beers during the evening. The culinary hospitality venue, UMAI, is located at Abed El Rauf El Bitar 8 Tel Aviv-Yafo, dinner starts at 19:30. You are welcome to arrive a bit earlier to enjoy the space and atmosphere.
WINTER MENU "UMAI"
SAKIDZUKE
An opening dish that sets the tone of the meal and reflects the season
Aji no Namerou
Juicy horse mackerel tartare served inside a crispy dough bone, paired with a delicate sweet soy sauce.
YUDE MONO
A steamed dish that warms the heart
Uni Chawanmushi
Silky Japanese steamed egg custard, topped with sea urchin, scallop, and uniquely pickled ikura for a refreshing twist.
OTSUKURI
A fresh and delicate sashimi dish
Fuyu Otsukuri
Exquisite yuba sashimi, served with fresh wasabi root and premium Otsukuri soy sauce.
SUIMONO
A small cleansing broth
Dashi Suimono
Clear and balanced dashi broth, perfect for cleansing the palate and preparing for the next course.
YAKIMONO
A seared dish rich in flavor
Kamo Gyouza
Golden pan-seared dumplings filled with duck breast and foie gras, served with dashi seaweed sauce and white vinegar.
NABE MONO
An individual hot pot with a wintery broth, served with goma dare and ponzu sauces
Yasai Mori: Seasonal vegetables and colorful oyster mushrooms, ready to be cooked in the hot pot broth.
Shiro Zakana: Thin slices of white bonito, adding a delicate oceanic flavor to the broth.
Wagyu Toku Mori: Premium thinly sliced Israeli Wagyu cuts, perfect for cooking in the hot pot.
GOHAN
A rice dish with depth and flavor
Zousui
Steamed Akita Komachi rice, enriched with oxtail, gyu kotsu broth, and fresh scallions for a comforting finish.
KANMI
A delightful dessert to end the meal
The price of the experience is 595 NIS per guest, including a glass of beer to start the evening and a selection of sakes paired with the dishes throughout the meal.
*The selection of fish and seafood may vary depending on the catch of the day.
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