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RUI YOSHIDA'S FAVORITE ②

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Yoshida : Oh, the bread is great, it's full of the flavor of keema curry. It's very meal-like, so it has a strong presence as a side dish, but the beer also has a strong aroma, so it goes together smoothly. Yeah. You could also put plenty of virgin olive oil on the bread. I think it would be a hit if you brought it to a party, picnic, or outdoors. The beer is in a can, so it's easy to carry. Canned beer has a lot of depth to it, doesn't it?
How about some sweets and alcohol at Kanaya ?
Yoshida: I also pair whiskey and chocolate, and I often go with Japanese sweets and alcohol. The combination of sweets and alcohol is pretty standard these days, isn't it? The anpan (sweet bean paste bun) and beer we sampled today were a perfect match. Oh, and speaking of unexpected pairings, chiffon cake and beer go well together too.
Kanaya , you enjoyed the pairing of beer and bread today. What did you think?
Yoshida: I also enjoy this pairing regularly, and it really reinforced my belief that beer and bread are a perfect match. It's the same feeling as drinking beer with sausages or other Western food, isn't it? I think it's a great combination to start with an evening drink. Nowadays, the variety of craft beers is increasing rapidly in Japan, so you can enjoy the differences in taste with beer just like you would with wine.



Yoshida: Also, the fact that you can enjoy a sense of the extraordinary for this price even with just beer and bread is really great. No cooking is required, and you can easily enjoy a slightly special day. It's truly a reward. Wow, it makes you feel incredibly rich. It's nice to receive a gift on Father's Day, but since it's Father's Day, why not eat a special meal or buy something you like?
What are your thoughts on the possibilities and expansion of food, including the Kanaya pairing?
Yoshida: There are still so many possibilities. It might be an exaggeration to say there are infinite possibilities, but that just goes to show how rich the variety of ingredients is in the Japanese archipelago. That's why I think if more and more people start suggesting these kinds of ways of eating, the ways in which we can enjoy food will expand even further. As we approach 2020, I also want to continue to convey to people that Japan is such a leading country in terms of food.
By the way, this "FOODIE" is the June issue, right?
Yes, that's right. It's the June 1st issue.
Yoshida : Oh, the 1st? That's my birthday! (laughs)
Kanaya , wow! Congratulations! So, let's raise a toast! (laughs)
Yoshida, thank you (laughs). Let's definitely have a drink again.

Event Information

The Kingdom of Tipsy: Rui Yoshida Exhibition

In addition to showcasing the haiku paintings of bar poet Rui Yoshida, who has traveled to bars all over Japan, we will also be exhibiting and selling sake cups and plates painted on ceramics by ceramic artist Masato Yamaguchi.
□ June 6th (Wed) - 12th (Tue), closing at 6 PM on the final day □ Ginza Mitsukoshi 7th Floor Gallery
Mr. Rui Yoshida will be in attendance.
□ June 6th (Wed), 8th (Fri), and 10th (Sun), 1 PM to 4 PM each day
*Please note that the content may be subject to change due to the author's circumstances.

For inquiries, please contact Ginza Mitsukoshi at 03-3562-1111 (main number).

*Drinking alcohol is prohibited by law for those under 20 years of age.
＊All prices include tax.

For inquiries, please contact the food section on the first basement floor of the main building.
03-3352-1111 (main representative)