portfolio: freestyle interpretations of japanese concepts
the eat’inspiration ‘the beauty of imperfection and more …’
- is all about creating freestyle interpretations of a selection of japanese concepts,
- and the result 7 different eating experiences.
the art of giving + gift wrapping
- on the image an impression of one of the desserts, an interpretation of the art of giving + gift wrapping (furoshiki)
- japan is known as a gift-giving culture. gifts are not presented only on special occasions, but also as part of a reciprocal tradition to show appreciation, to build relationships and to express courtesy.
- it is not uncommon to give gifts of fruit in japan, as fruit is considered to be a luxury product.
- the dessert consists of 4 layers, in the centre you’ll discover a marinated cherry, and the dessert is wrapped in edible cherry “paper”.