monk

Yoshihiro Imai, Japan's rising star chef, presents 'monk', a captivating personal chef memoir and tribute to wood-fired cooking. This book chronicles Imai's 14-seat, seasonally inspired Kyoto restaurant, nestled along the cherry blossom-lined Philosopher's Path. Through essays, reflections, 75 contemporary Japanese recipes, and photography, Imai shares stories of local farmers, artisans, and exceptional ingredients that inspire his omakase-style menu. He explains the centrality of fire in his cooking and traces the global acclaim of his innovative, flavorful pizzas.