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Chef and author Tim Anderson talks us through 10 things you need to know about Japanese izakaya, including the uniqueness of Japanese hospitality (or omotenashi), why drinking and snacking should always go hand in hand and why we should all be embracing sake.

Check back next week to hear cook and author, Maunika Gowardhan, chat about Thali including cooking techniques, the many regional variations and how to serve and eat a traditional spread.


Try Tim Anderson's recipes here:

Japanese ramen noodle recipe

Check out this super-simple ramen recipe from Tim Anderson. Japanese ramen is easy to make and packed with punchy flavour, a perfect, warming midweek meal to feed the family.

Japanese Ramen Noodle Recipe

Celeriac katsu sando

Take your sandwiches up a notch with impressive and crunchy celeriac katsu sando. This moreish Japanese sandwich may take a bit of effort but it's well worth the wait, plus it's vegetarian.

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Chicken katsu scotch egg

Jazz up your party food with this impressive chicken scotch egg with katsu curry. This moreish recipe is perfect for feeding a hungry crowd.

Japanese Scotch Egg Recipe

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