"Taste of Japan" A Kaseki Experience✨

## ✨ An Invitation to Culinary Enchantment ✨

# A Taste of Japan: An Exquisite Kaiseki Dinner

Dear Esteemed Friends,
Prepare to be transported on a transcendent culinary journey! I’m delighted to invite you to A Taste of Japan: An Exquisite Kaiseki Dinner—a thoughtfully curated evening celebrating the elegance, seasonality, and artistry of traditional Japanese cuisine. This is not just a dinner—it’s a sensory experience crafted with care, creativity, and cultural reverence.

### 🗓️ Event Details

• Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025
• Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDT (Please arrive promptly to enjoy the full experience!)
• Location: The welcoming home of Chef Gary W. Irvin II in Lakewood

### 🍷 BYOB with a Twist: Share & Savor

This event is BYOB, and we invite you to bring a bottle of wine to share with your tablemates! Each course has been paired with a suggested wine to enhance the flavors and textures of the evening’s offerings. Whether you bring a favorite varietal or explore something new, your contribution will help create a communal, celebratory atmosphere around the table.
We’ll also provide artisan coffee, fragrant teas, and refreshing lemon water to round out your experience.

### 🌸 The Kaiseki Journey

Over nine exquisite courses, we’ll explore the harmony of taste (味), texture (食感), appearance (見た目), and color (色) that defines Kaiseki cuisine. Each dish is a seasonal reflection of nature’s beauty and the chef’s craft.
Here’s a glimpse of the menu and wine pairings to inspire your selection:
Sakizuke (先付) – Amuse-Bouche Seasonal Vegetable Terrine with Yuzu Vinaigrette Wine Pairing: Junmai Daiginjo Sake or Sauvignon Blanc
Hassun (八寸) – Seasonal Delicacies Grilled Mackerel & Edamame Puree with Ikura Wine Pairing: Grüner Veltliner or Pinot Noir
Mukōzuke (向付) – Sashimi Tuna, Yellowtail, Scallop Wine Pairing: Daiginjo Sake or Unoaked Chardonnay
Wanmono (椀物) – Soup Clear Clam Broth with Mitsuba & Yuzu Wine Pairing: Fino Sherry or Albariño
Yakimono (焼物) – Grilled Dish Saikyo Miso Glazed Black Cod Wine Pairing: Off-dry Riesling or Oaked Chardonnay
Takiawase (焚合) – Simmered Dish Braised Daikon with Shrimp & Snow Peas Wine Pairing: Junmai Sake or Chenin Blanc
Agemono (揚物) – Fried Dish Tempura Assortment Wine Pairing: Sparkling Sake or Brut Cava
Gohan (御飯) – Rice Dish Mushroom & Ginger Rice with Miso Soup & Pickles Wine Pairing: Light-bodied Sake or Pinot Noir
Mizumono (水物) – Dessert Matcha Panna Cotta with Red Bean & Berries Wine Pairing: Sweet Plum Wine (Umeshu) or Moscato d’Asti

### 🎟️ Reserve Your Seat

Join Wednesdays Angels & Chef Gary W. Irvin II for a night of exquisite flavors, shared wines, and heartfelt hospitality.
✨ Prepay: $49.95 per person Grab tickets here: "Taste of Japan" | Wednesdays Angels

Space is limited, so secure your seat soon. We can’t wait to welcome you to this unforgettable evening of culinary artistry and community.
Let’s raise a glass, share a story, and celebrate the magic of Kaiseki together. 🍷🌸