My top 10 meals of 2023 (according to Beli)
Out of the many memorable meals I’ve had in 2023, the Beli app has determined these to be the ten best.
At Kasama, Filipino food is doing what we always hoped it could
Tim Flores and Genie Kwon have developed a refined tasting menu that provides stand-out dishes; elevated and creative while maintaining the integrity of original Filipino flavors.
Mako Chicago
Given the impressive array of dishes and sushi and Chef B.K. Park’s apparent passion for his over two-decade-long path, it’s safe to say that Chicago is home to a quality omakase culture that is all it’s own.
A look into the atelier of Aya Courvoisier: ceramic arts inspired by life
In a more modest area of the popular and stylish Shimokitazawa neighborhood, Aya Courvoisier operates her atelier, creating hand-made ceramics that, in a way, are an expression of her personal experiences and everyday life.
“Premonition of Christmas” Pop-up at Gallery Feles Omotesando
With the holiday season coming up, Gallery Feles was host to a specialty pop-up featuring five independent artists and peddlers selling specialty goods and accessories.
Amie’s Rotisserie Chicken: an early Thanksgiving with Kana & Miyu
As one of Tokyo’s most recognizable pinoy establishments, Amie’s Rotisserie Chicken serves as a taste of home for the city’s nearly 34,000 Filipino immigrants while introducing such cuisine to Japanese people in a familiar izakaya-style setting.
Homme Plisse 10th Anniversary Exhibit at Issey Miyake Ginza | CUBE
To commemorate the tenth anniversary of the Homme Plisse line, the Issey Miyake 445 store in Ginza, Tokyo, and the Issey Miyake store in Semba, Osaka, are hosting special exhibits centering around the line’s design philosophy and manufacturing process.
Tapetelana: curated Mexican artisanal crafts brought to Japan
Yumiko Murai is a resident of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, a far cry from her original home of Kanagawa Prefecture. However, she’s dedicated herself to the cross-cultural exchange of her two homes, both of which have storied histories and appreciation for artisanal crafts.
Northern Lights: the return of Tohoku’s biggest festivals
Following a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, matsuri have made their way back into the roster of summer activities in Japan, drawing big crowds despite the sweltering heat and humidity.
Sushi & Nature
Sushi & Nature in Gotanda stays true to its namesake, presenting a unique sushi omakase experience centered around the impressive natural wine selection.