tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post5865164624733608727..comments2024-03-18T06:46:36.387-07:00Comments on kevinEats: Urasawa (Beverly Hills, CA) [6]kevinEatshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13874030588556187843noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-30246350407690742992013-07-18T20:02:04.184-07:002013-07-18T20:02:04.184-07:00I've been loving reading this blog and "w...I've been loving reading this blog and "window shopping", or taste bud shopping as it were. It is immensely depressing to know that more was spent on this meal than I make in a whole year and that I will probably never make enough to be able to afford to dine somewhere like this. Please keep up the posts though, and I will keep dreaming. - MikeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-44499611111808939822013-07-18T20:01:54.158-07:002013-07-18T20:01:54.158-07:00I've been loving reading this blog and "w...I've been loving reading this blog and "window shopping", or taste bud shopping as it were. It is immensely depressing to know that more was spent on this meal than I make in a whole year and that I will probably never make enough to be able to afford to dine somewhere like this. Please keep up the posts though, and I will keep dreaming. - MikeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-56861581944345115552011-07-16T15:25:55.295-07:002011-07-16T15:25:55.295-07:00It's the most expensive bill I've seen too...It's the most expensive bill I've seen too--I'm lucky that I didn't have to pay for it. I actually don't have any plans to visit Urasawa in the near future, but I would consider waiting until fall when it's matsutake mushroom season.kevinEatshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13874030588556187843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-489805835723340402011-07-15T17:22:11.919-07:002011-07-15T17:22:11.919-07:00Kevin! You're such a baller! That's the ...Kevin! You're such a baller! That's the most expensive restaurant bill I've ever seen! I lost all my photos of Urasawa when my old hard drive decided to die. :( Oh well! Yours are infinitely better anyways. :) When's the next time you are going? I'm thinking of checking Urasawa out again at the end of this month. Is it a good time to go?mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03860566082197545717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-52252965734838368312011-03-25T15:20:10.202-07:002011-03-25T15:20:10.202-07:00That's a good question. I don't think that...That's a good question. I don't think that there will too much of a disruption, given that Urasawa sources his fish from a variety of locations, and even his Japanese stock isn't concentrated in the Sendai area.kevinEatshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13874030588556187843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-63725098865244349632011-03-22T17:45:47.753-07:002011-03-22T17:45:47.753-07:00Kevin: Given the current situation in Japan, do y...Kevin: Given the current situation in Japan, do you know what restaurants like Urasawa and other high-end sushi places are doing with sources of their fish?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-37335774540656710142010-10-15T01:43:20.694-07:002010-10-15T01:43:20.694-07:00John, Urasawa and Providence aren't really com...John, Urasawa and Providence aren't really comparable restaurants--totally different styles, and Urasawa is 2x the cost!<br /><br />That being said, I'd probably still go with Urasawa though, as I feel that it's a more unique experience. Only Masa in NYC can compare.<br /><br />And of course, I'd love to go to Paris. The problem isn't paying for the meals, it's finding the time to go, and the right people to go with! Someday, I promise...kevinEatshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13874030588556187843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-14441416302320879852010-10-13T20:07:10.860-07:002010-10-13T20:07:10.860-07:00Hey there,
Been reading your blog for ages and fi...Hey there,<br /><br />Been reading your blog for ages and figured you might be able to help me out with a decision I have to make.<br /><br />I have the chance to have either Urasawa or the Providence Chef's menu - which would you recommend? I'm not from LA and might not be visiting again for quite some time, and as you seem to be the expert on the LA scene I thought I could defer to your experience :P.<br /><br />I love the blog, by the way. My one comment would be this - cut out the next three meals that come your way and get yourself a plane ticket to Paris! It's quite an interesting comparison to the US food culture (or lack thereof). You can walk into any restaurant on the street and have a delicious three hour, 3-4 course meal with wine for 20 to 30 euro a head, and the high end places are unbeatable.<br /><br />The main thing that grabbed me, though, was how much more seriously food is taken over there. Everyone buys fresh bread every day, everyone goes to the market to get their produce, the butcher to get their meat, the cheese shop for cheese, etc. I've never been anywhere like it in the world.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08799152548416485435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-83854033569184379722010-06-25T16:14:29.962-07:002010-06-25T16:14:29.962-07:00That was a good read Ravi. I'm curious as to h...That was a good read Ravi. I'm curious as to how things will play out for bluefin in the coming years.kevinEatshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13874030588556187843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-37798970440599438282010-06-23T22:50:06.992-07:002010-06-23T22:50:06.992-07:00Hi Kevin,
I'm a big fan of your blog. I love...Hi Kevin,<br /><br />I'm a big fan of your blog. I love reading your posts and imagining the dishes that you're eating (even though I'm a vegetarian!). That being said, I read a well written, albeit bleak article about the fate of the bluefin tuna. I'm not sure whether you have read this, or are aware of the ecological crisis facing bluefin tuna stocks, but I thought it couldn't hurt to bring this to your attention. If this makes you or some of your readers take a second look at the food they eat, I think it will be worthwhile. Thanks.<br /><br />http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/27/magazine/27Tuna-t.html?pagewanted=1&ref=magazine<br /><br />-RaviRavihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00449035078441121706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-17017308233094263442010-06-22T23:23:35.120-07:002010-06-22T23:23:35.120-07:00Transglutaminase only works with proteins though, ...Transglutaminase only works with proteins though, right? I've never heard of it being used with fruit.kevinEatshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13874030588556187843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-57880931267768488462010-06-22T16:44:36.459-07:002010-06-22T16:44:36.459-07:00For the 31st course, the papaya:
If it is indeed ...For the 31st course, the papaya:<br /><br />If it is indeed two fruits melded together than I assume he used Activa transglutaminase.<br /><br />Its a really interesting chemical that is safe to eat in your food and it has the ability to fuse proteins together.Johnny L.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09453269861659629342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-14302498583989288342010-06-18T19:18:35.458-07:002010-06-18T19:18:35.458-07:00Yes, I definitely see your point Roberto. In any c...Yes, I definitely see your point Roberto. In any case, I'm curious as to where you'll end up here in LA.kevinEatshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13874030588556187843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-39004457795377243172010-06-15T04:30:58.057-07:002010-06-15T04:30:58.057-07:00Hi kevin, whatever anyone spends is according to t...Hi kevin, whatever anyone spends is according to their purchasing power. It's not a matter of 500 or 300. What I'm saying is that I understand that you love urasawas mastery and you enjoy it there. It's expensive but you can afford it, so perfect. <br />I'm just explaining that the end from my point of view should be the experience, the food, etc... Not spending huge amounts of money for the sake of it, because then it sounds like that's the important part.<br />Anyway I don't want to get tangled in this discussion, I think you understand what I'm saying. In september I'll be in the west coast theoretically so I'll write for some recos.<br /><br />Interesting the WP post, I think I might check that.<br /><br />All the best.<br /><br />Rob.Robertonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-1153669831560878632010-06-02T00:41:40.911-07:002010-06-02T00:41:40.911-07:00Yup. Seafood, meats & vegetables. Nothing raw....Yup. Seafood, meats & vegetables. Nothing raw. Something about pesticides that could cause infections. It will be an interesting year.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02186980525855653510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-72067498608658501252010-05-31T18:26:06.440-07:002010-05-31T18:26:06.440-07:00Darin, I definitely understand. I have countless p...Darin, I definitely understand. I have countless pre-blogging meals that have been lost to time.kevinEatshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13874030588556187843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-1826441046750730932010-05-29T23:35:14.762-07:002010-05-29T23:35:14.762-07:00Hey Kevin,
My last trip to Urasawa was, unfortuna...Hey Kevin,<br /><br />My last trip to Urasawa was, unfortunately, before I started my blog - it will definitely be added upon my next visit!<br /><br />Glad to see you were on top of the Red O opening. I'll be using your review as a reference point for my visit tomorrow!Darinhttp://darindines.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-56697761696062633932010-05-28T01:02:45.386-07:002010-05-28T01:02:45.386-07:00PS: Actually, I sorta am running out of things to ...<b>PS</b>: Actually, I sorta am running out of things to say--I think that's why I need to wait at least six months between visits. Also, I'm using a DSLR now, so unfortunately no video functionality. :(<br /><br /><b>Aaron</b>: A shame indeed. We had a lot of newbies on this visit, so the "standard" experience was a must.<br /><br /><b>Cynthia</b>: Of course. And imagine how bad I would feel if Urasawa was shut down because of one of my blog posts!<br /><br /><b>Darin</b>: I imagine something along the lines of whale, fugu, maybe horse. BTW, how come I don't see Urasawa on your blog? You have a great selection of restaurants on there.<br /><br /><b>sygyzy</b>: I, along with another one of my dining companions, was in charge of selecting and purchasing the wines. And, yes, the '95s are easily attainable online, for a price. ;)<br /><br /><b>Helen</b>: Hiro-san does rotate courses seasonally, so there's always something new. When are you going to make it out???<br /><br /><b>Jai</b>: Well I do still have that 1999 DRC Romanee-Conti sitting around in my cellar...It's pricier than all the booze here put together, but it'll probably be at least a decade before the wine sees the light of day.<br /><br /><b>Kait</b>: Great to have you stumble across here; please do come back!<br /><br /><b>Charlie</b>: We went with local retailers, so that's why prices were a bit higher. The only one from out of state was the Ambonnay, and that was over-nighted. ;) Also, is the '96 vintage available? We couldn't find a bottle, so that's why we went with 1995.<br /><br /><b>Amy</b>: Lol. Hiro-san didn't specify the ingredients, but you can imagine. Just think of The Hump. ;)<br /><br /><b>Anon</b>: Yep, left out the "in Japan." Fixed now!<br /><br /><b>Jocelyn</b>: Ouch, no raw stuff for a year? That's harsh. Seafood and meats both?<br /><br /><b>Roberto</b>: Your response is understandable, but my concern is: what defines "obscene?" Would the normal $500 meal here be obscene? $300? $150? $50? It's a slippery slope.<br /><br /><b>Atsuko</b>: It's wasn't that bad, "only" five hours. Note that I always post a time stamp near the top of the page denoting the date and time of the meal. ;)<br /><br /><b>Perry</b>: Well put.<br /><br /><b>Ashley</b>: You're quite welcome!<br /><br /><b>Anon</b>: Food bloggers? You mean people in general right?<br /><br /><b>PP</b>: Or <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAl28d6tbko" rel="nofollow">blend</a> it. ;)<br /><br /><b>Anon</b>: (1) Yes, the excitement has definitely been tempered over repeated visits, but the meals have yet to disappoint. (2) I like that rationalization. To quote Marge Simpson: <i>"All right, I will buy it. It'll be good for the economy."</i><br /><br /><b>Rodzilla</b>: I'm sure that this meal wouldn't even come close to the most expensive ever. Remember, there are single bottles of wine that reach the tens of thousands of dollars. In any case, it was a $5000/$6000 split between food/alcohol.<br /><br /><b>SG</b>: Ha!<br /><br /><b>Misty</b>: No seafood?!? That's food blogger heresy!<br /><br /><b>Jai</b>: That'll be up to Minh; he has the bottle now. ;)<br /><br /><b>Anon</b>: No need for that--I've taken my econ classes. A Veblen good, that Ambonnay no?<br /><br /><b>Jai</b>: I'm sure Brian can top this. ;)kevinEatshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13874030588556187843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-63703419441299099972010-05-26T13:42:37.922-07:002010-05-26T13:42:37.922-07:00For all the haters: get over yourselves. Kevin sa...For all the haters: get over yourselves. Kevin said this was a celebratory meal paid for by two guys who successfully sold their business. In that regards, this is hardly an ostentatious display of conspicuous consumption. And sure, I can't afford this meal, but I sure as hell still enjoy reading about it while enjoying my $5 home-cooked meal that probably satisfied me just as much -- just in a different way.Jai Kohlinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-56258031036200038892010-05-26T11:26:36.435-07:002010-05-26T11:26:36.435-07:00Kevin when you lay down later tonight next to your...Kevin when you lay down later tonight next to your glass of champagne and Godiva chocolates ... I suggest you read Theory of the Leisure Class. Might we say a bit of "Conspicuous Consumption"?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-32774337876166304542010-05-26T00:09:02.016-07:002010-05-26T00:09:02.016-07:00Um, btw, I call dibs on whatever dinner includes t...Um, btw, I call dibs on whatever dinner includes the Oenothèque ;)Jai Kohlinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-83763448897809623452010-05-25T23:15:57.857-07:002010-05-25T23:15:57.857-07:00I don't eat fish (or seafood, really) BUT...ca...I don't eat fish (or seafood, really) BUT...can your friends be my friends, too?Nomsnotbombshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11763266855271737226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-61901524332590061292010-05-25T22:34:12.133-07:002010-05-25T22:34:12.133-07:00I need to find me some new friends...I need to find me some new friends...SGnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-31090325689543798212010-05-25T19:38:51.055-07:002010-05-25T19:38:51.055-07:00wow, is there a list for the most expensive meals ...wow, is there a list for the most expensive meals ever?<br /><br />Could you ballpark a total sans alcohol?Rodzillanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8667271330300336985.post-27458024750267884532010-05-25T18:16:46.705-07:002010-05-25T18:16:46.705-07:00Per usual, an excellent and interesting post.
Qu...Per usual, an excellent and interesting post. <br />Question and Comment:<br />1) Kevin, after so many times at Urusawa, isnt some of the excitement/anticipation worn off? It seems that the menu is, for the most part, the same (albeit, filled with beautiful looking (and I'm sure tasting) food).<br />2) Concerning the amount of money spent, PulledPorker stated it perfectly (i.e., "smoke 'em if you got 'em"). The truth is, this type of spending is what our economy needs. Dont balk; it's true. And, if people want to spend $350 for dinner, by all means, please do, and b/c one can post such a lovely review, those of us who cannot afford it, can read a brilliant post that allows us to dine vicariously.<br /><br />Onward and upward!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com