Hey lovelies
As the Olympics are in full swing, today I am back with some ideas, to hold your very own Japanese style party evening.
There is nothing wrong
with embracing new cultures and wading into a world that you know nothing about
and if you want to get started, think about food. Food is cultural. Recipes are handed down
through families for generations, and food options are usually limited
depending on where you live in the world, too. One of the best things that you
can do to have a night that’s a little different is to choose a themed dinner
with your friends.
In this article, we’re
going to give you some awesome tips for hosting a Japanese-themed evening. From
a bubble tea starter to the way the table is set out,
you can host a delicious evening that everyone can enjoy. Not only that, but
you get a chance to learn a little something along the way. Below, we’ve got
some tips to help you to discover Japanese food culture while enjoying time
with your best friends.
- Consider
the arrangement. In Japanese culture, presentation is everything. Food is
presented in different bowls and dishes, carefully chosen to ensure the
harmony between the ingredients as much as the plates that they are served
on. It’s important that you choose a beautiful table set to ensure that
the experience is correct. You want re lacquer trays, chopstick rests,
bamboo sake cups and more! Don't forget to match the table colors to the
seasons!
- Go for
seasonal ingredients. Japanese meals are simple, seasonal and delicious
and seasonal foods are key in the culture. The flavors of the food are
amplified when you choose seasonal options, as they are a true
representation of how mother nature intended them to taste. Appetizers
like Japanese omelette, chrysanthemum leaves with sesame sauce, homemade tofu
and more are just perfect! The next courses are usually party pleasers
like meat and veggie skewers, with grilled veggies and sushi balls
(temari). Dessert is usually finger foods like cake bites and caramelized
apples. Japanese pear compote is also popular.
- Go to
the Japanese markets. If you’re confused about any ingredients or you want
menu help, go to the Japanese markets rather than the mainstream stores.
You’ll find help and tons of tasty ingredients there. Make your dipping
sauces and dessert platters ahead of time to make a difference. You can
even set the table ahead with the best layout and fresh flowers too.
- Get
crafty. You can use kimono belts as table runners and yuzu fruit as a
centerpiece, and you can also make your own napkin rings, too. The idea
here is that you can create a whole experience for your guests rather than
just be a regular dinner party. Your menu should be fully inspired by
Japanese culture, as should your music choices before and after dinner.
You can even get a low table and cushions for floor seating over anything
else.
Research may be required
for the perfect meal, but it’s going to be one big experience that you can all
enjoy and it will be a really lovely way to spend time with your friends.
Have you ever done a themed dinner party?
Till next time
Ali
* This is a collaborative post, but any given opinion is my own**
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