Hokkaido

To sit with Tim and talk about food is a joyful, wonderful thing, and this new beautiful book Hokkaido continues that dreamy, inspiring stream of consciousness.Tim Anderson is the perfect combination of eater, teacher and guide and this thrilling exploration of the food of Japan’s Hokkaido brings all those talents together.A fascinating, mouthwatering journey into the food and history of the northern Japanese island that brilliantly showcases its unique cultural and culinary heritage.A joyous read seasoned generously with love and compassion, and many delicious discoveries.“Anderson opens new vistas to understand Japanese cuisine in all its complexity. Pushing us to grasp that washoku goes beyond serene temples and raw fish, he delves into the history recipes from the northern regions and explores the tasty but less well-known Ainu indigenous influences.”

Tim Anderson is a chef, writer and MasterChef champion. Born and raised in Wisconsin, Tim has been studying Japanese food culture for more than two decades. He has previously published nine cookbooks, including the JapanEasy series, Hokkaido, and the award-winning Tokyo Stories.