Sushi, Ramen, Sake de Matt Goulding

Sushi, ramen, sake, one of the most ambitious and complete books on Japanese culture and cuisine from a Western perspective, is a thrilling journey into the heart of Japan's fabulous culinary heritage and an absorbing exploration of the deep links between food, history and culture in that country.

Matt Goulding, who has travelled more than eight thousand kilometres through noodle bars, tempura temples and tea houses, takes us by the hand to examine the art of Japanese cooking across seven key regions, from the kaiseki tradition of Kyoto to the sushi masters of Tokyo, by way of the street stalls of Osaka and the ramen history of Fukuoka.

Woven with an original blend of literary wit, richly detailed information and magnificent photographs, Sushi, ramen, sake will appeal to the most intrepid travellers and to those who prefer to stay on the sofa alike. An entertaining, evocative guide that ushers in the new era of gastronomic and cultural tourism.

Best Travel Book of the Year 2016 according to the Society of American Travel Writers.

Finalist at the IACP Awards 2016 in the Food Literature category.

One of the best books of 2016 according to the Financial Times.

Reviews:

The world needs this book. Anthony Bourdain

If this is the future of food writing, I'm thrilled. Tim Hayward

Sushi, ramen, sake is a literary exploration of what makes Japan the place that keeps food lovers awake at night dreaming of it. Men's Journal.

Whether you are one of those people who rush to try a new ramen place or a novice who still thinks a California roll is acceptable sushi, you will have fun, learn things and, after reading a few pages, probably start looking for flights to Japan. Los Angeles Times. This edition is published in Spanish.