Why Takoyaki deserves more attention

Takoyaki rarely gets the international recognition it deserves. The subtly sweet and salty complexity is genuine, not simple, and the technique involved in using sake correctly takes real skill.

seasonal ingredients guide the menu in traditional settings. I encountered it first in a ramen shop at lunchtime and that context helped me understand it properly. sake is the natural accompaniment and the combination makes the case for the dish. If you haven't explored this cuisine seriously, Takoyaki is the dish to start with.