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Japanese Cuisine

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Editorial illustration for Vancouver's Masayoshi Crowned North America's Best Japanese Restaurant
Fine Dining

Vancouver's Masayoshi Crowned North America's Best Japanese Restaurant

Vancouver's Masayoshi has been named North America's Best Japanese Cuisine Restaurant at the 2026 World Culinary Awards. This prestigious award, combined with its Michelin star, highlights Chef Masayoshi Baba's unique Edomae-style sushi rooted in Wa Shoku philosophy and local BC seafood.

Lucia Ferraro·November 8, 2026
A chef presents a perfectly crafted piece of sushi to a diner at an intimate omakase counter, highlighting the art of Japanese fine dining.
Fine Dining

What Is Omakase Dining Etiquette and Its Underlying Philosophy?

The ideal time to eat a piece of sushi after it is placed before you during an omakase meal is within 30 seconds, according to attosushi .

Lucia Ferraro·June 18, 2026
A skilled sushi chef in a dimly lit restaurant carefully crafting a piece of nigiri, showcasing the art of omakase.
Fine Dining

What is Omakase Dining and Why Does It Matter?

In Japan, the trust diners place in an omakase chef can reach near-spiritual levels, transforming a meal into an act of profound respect.

Lucia Ferraro·May 4, 2026
A master sushi chef meticulously preparing omakase nigiri in an elegant Japanese restaurant, showcasing fresh ingredients and the intimate dining experience.
Fine Dining

What Is Omakase? A Guide to Japan's Ultimate Culinary Trust Fall

Omakase is a Japanese dining experience where diners entrust the chef to curate a unique, multi-course meal using the freshest seasonal ingredients. This interactive culinary journey emphasizes the chef's artistry and the diner's willingness to be surprised.

Lucia Ferraro·March 30, 2026