BR Japanese food | Sashimi and sushi đŁ Pretty rice
đŁ AizomĂȘ: SĂŁo Pauloâs Premium Japanese Gem in Jardim Paulista Tucked in upscale Jardim Paulista (with another branch in Japan House), this sleek spot is known for omakaseâbut hereâs what went down when I skipped raw fish for warm comfort food on a chilly day. đ Address & Vibe Where: Alameda FernĂŁo Cardim, 39 - Jardim Paulista, SĂŁo Paulo Ambiance: Minimalist Japanese chicâthink natural woods, ceramic tableware (spot the iconic spiral patterns of Honma pottery), and a serene courtyard with a ceramic shop. đ” Seating: 1st floor is omakase counter seating; 2nd floor has private tables. Perfect for date nights or business meals. đœïž The Meal: Highs, Lows, and Portion Shock đ” Chazuke (Tea-Poached Rice) Giant bowl of rice with seaweedâway bigger than the dainty Japanese version I expected. đ€Ż Practically a carb bomb, but I barely touched it (too filling!). đ„© Gyudon with Onsen Egg Marinated beef over rice, mixed with a runny onsen egg. đ„ Savory, rich, and totally worth the order. Pro tip: Stir till the egg becomes a creamy sauce. đŁ Sashimi Platter Fresh, thick cuts (yay!) but served on a basic plate, not the fancy presentation Iâd seen online. đ„Č Decent, but skip if youâre picky about aesthetics. Nitpick: Uses supermarket wasabi; real wasabi root is available for R$50 extra. đ§ Fried Tofu (WTF Flavor Alert) Smelled and tasted⊠weirdly milky? đ€ą One bite and I quit. Avoid at all costs. đ« Natto (Fermented Soybeans) Love it or hate itâstirring till it strings is oddly therapeutic. đ§” Great for stress relief, if not taste. đĄ Pro Tips for First-Timers Omakase or Not? Come for omakase (R$500+), but if youâre skipping raw fish, stick to gyudon and small plates. Portion Sizes Chazuke serves 2; order wisely if dining solo. Ceramic Shopping Check out the on-site pottery store while waitingâgreat for unique souvenirs. đ° Price Tag & Who Itâs For Cost: R$300+/person (I over-ordered, oops). Go If: Youâre a foodie with a budget, love Japanese aesthetics, or want a classy date spot. Skip If: Youâre on a budget or hate paying extra for ambiance. đž Instagrammable Moments The minimalist table settings with Honma ceramics. The courtyardâs zen garden (perfect for pre-meal pics). #JapaneseCuisine #OmakaseExperience #FineDining #JardimPaulista