We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. This website uses cookies that provide targeted advertising and which track your use of this website. By clicking ‘continue’ or by continuing to use our website, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time.ContinueFind out more
A style of traditional Japanese cuisine in which a series of very small, intricate dishes are prepared.
‘Kaiseki is highly refined, with a menu which subtly reflects the seasons.’
‘The food at Kai is modernized kaiseki served ceremoniously.’
‘This was our first kaiseki meal, and we thought it was excellent.’
‘Tomita also learned the essence of kaiseki, a highly specialized service, which often accompanies the Japanese tea ceremony.’
‘The dinner was a traditional Kyoto kaiseki multi-course meal.’
‘That's because classic kaiseki, which evolved as a gastronomic accompaniment to the highly stylized tea ceremonies of Kyoto, is one of the most lavishly expensive dining activities on earth.’
‘The kaiseki meals are the best!’
‘His contemporary versions of the kaiseki dinner are legendary.’
‘Food was kaiseki style and excellent; though very filling.’
‘We took two friends from England to the Hotel Konanso and found the kaiseki meal was perfect for overseas visitors.’
‘Its main attraction is its serene atmosphere and also the kaiseki cuisine prepared by specially trained chefs.’
‘I went to Japan six times and ate a lot of kaiseki.’
Origin
Japanese, from kai (from kaichu ‘kimono pocket’) + seki ‘stone’.