The taste of Japan menu is inspired by the Kaiseki form of Japanese cooking. Sae has grown up in this environment being from a family of restauranteurs and although relatively new to me I have spent the last few years training in this style of cookery. We wanted to be able to offer this as an alternative to the guests of Sorrel house as a one off unique experience for those who are interested in trying authentic Japanese cuisine!

The kaiseki menu costs £50 per person.

Any fish we use in the menu is of sushi grade quality and we can go through dishes in more detail if guests are a little unsure of trying certain foods or using certain preparation techniques. As with the taste of home menu these dishes too are a reflection of what we love to eat when we eat out in Japan and to give you a brief overview the general rule with kaiseki is as follows

Sakizuke (先附):

an appetizer similar to the French amuse-bouche.

Hassun (八寸):

the second course, which sets the seasonal theme. Typically one kind of sushi and several smaller side dishes.

Mukōzuke (向付):

a sliced dish of seasonal sashimi.

Takiawase (煮合):

vegetables served with meat, fish or tofu; the ingredients are simmered separately.

Futamono (蓋物):

a "lidded dish"; typically a soup.

Yakimono (焼物):

flame-grilled food (esp. fish)

Su-zakana (酢肴):

a small dish used to cleanse the palate, such as vegetables in vinegar; vinegared appetizer.

Hiyashi-bachi (冷し鉢):

served only in summer; chilled, lightly cooked vegetables.

Naka-choko (中猪口):

another palate-cleanser; may be a light, acidic soup.

Shiizakana (強肴):

a substantial dish, such as a hot pot.

Gohan (御飯):

a rice dish made with seasonal ingredients.

Kō no mono (香の物):

seasonal pickled vegetables.

Tome-wan (止椀):

a miso-based or vegetable soup served with rice.

Mizumono (水物):

a seasonal dessert

Allergies:

We can cater for all allergies/dietary requirements, but we must be notified at time of booking. If not notified until the day of the meal, you may have to miss some courses.

​Prepayment:

We require full payment for food at time of booking, however you can get a refund (not within 72hrs of your booking date) if your plans change.