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Visit —— Murasaki, a treasure restaurant in Japan

🍴 Murasaki: The Hidden Japanese Gem in Helsinki’s Helka Hotel (Now Booking Weeks in Advance!) Tucked inside the Helka Hotel, Murasaki has been my go-to for Japanese comfort food—their sesame tofu and handcrafted cream puffs had me hooked long before the owner returned to Japan and the restaurant relocated. After a six-month hiatus, my friend and I finally revisited... only to find it’s now so hot, you need to book two weeks ahead for an omakase spot! Here’s why the wait was worth it: ✨ Omakase with a Special Request Even though we opted for the chef’s choice omakase, I couldn’t resist asking for their signature homemade sesame tofu. The rest? "Leave it to you," we told the owner. What followed was a taste bud awakening: 🍵 Starters: Umami-Packed Simplicity Spinach in Kombu Dashi: Fresh spinach dressed in a light, kelp-infused broth—clean and refreshing. Sesame Beetroot: Earthy beets tossed in a nutty sesame paste, a surprising texture play. Handmade Sesame Tofu: Creamy, nutty, and worth the half-year wait. It melts in your mouth like silken tofu with a sesame kick 🌟. 🐟 Main Courses: Freshness Overload Sashimi Platter: Including siika (a Finnish fish I’d never tried raw!)—buttery, melt-in-your-mouth goodness. Pan-Fried Taro with Sea Salt: A twist on sweet potato—salty, crispy outside, soft inside (no sugar here, just pure taro flavor). Shrimp Chawanmushi: Fluffy steamed egg with plump shrimp, umami-rich to the last spoonful. 🍚 Main Dish & Carb Fix Braised Meat with Rice: Perfectly seasoned sauce, though the meat was slightly dry. Still, comfort food at its best. Pro Tip: Soak the rice in the sauce for extra flavor! 🍮 Desserts & Drinks: Sweet Endings Coffee Pudding & Matcha Red Bean Pudding: Creamy coffee custard and earthy matcha with sweet red beans—Japan in two bites. Japanese Rice Wine: The bottle in the photo? Smooth, slightly sweet, and the perfect pairing for the meal. 🌟 Final Thoughts: Worth Every Wait From the sesame tofu that haunted my dreams to the fresh sashimi, Murasaki proves good things come to those who wait (and book early). Sharing it with a good friend? That’s just the cherry on top of a perfect Japanese feast in Helsinki. #JapaneseCuisine #HelsinkiFoodie #OmakaseLove #HiddenGem

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Visit —— Murasaki, a treasure restaurant in Japan

🍴 Murasaki: The Hidden Japanese Gem in Helsinki’s Helka Hotel (Now Booking Weeks in Advance!) Tucked inside the Helka Hotel, Murasaki has been my go-to for Japanese comfort food—their sesame tofu and handcrafted cream puffs had me hooked long before the owner returned to Japan and the restaurant relocated. After a six-month hiatus, my friend and I finally revisited... only to find it’s now so hot, you need to book two weeks ahead for an omakase spot! Here’s why the wait was worth it: ✨ Omakase with a Special Request Even though we opted for the chef’s choice omakase, I couldn’t resist asking for their signature homemade sesame tofu. The rest? "Leave it to you," we told the owner. What followed was a taste bud awakening: 🍵 Starters: Umami-Packed Simplicity Spinach in Kombu Dashi: Fresh spinach dressed in a light, kelp-infused broth—clean and refreshing. Sesame Beetroot: Earthy beets tossed in a nutty sesame paste, a surprising texture play. Handmade Sesame Tofu: Creamy, nutty, and worth the half-year wait. It melts in your mouth like silken tofu with a sesame kick 🌟. 🐟 Main Courses: Freshness Overload Sashimi Platter: Including siika (a Finnish fish I’d never tried raw!)—buttery, melt-in-your-mouth goodness. Pan-Fried Taro with Sea Salt: A twist on sweet potato—salty, crispy outside, soft inside (no sugar here, just pure taro flavor). Shrimp Chawanmushi: Fluffy steamed egg with plump shrimp, umami-rich to the last spoonful. 🍚 Main Dish & Carb Fix Braised Meat with Rice: Perfectly seasoned sauce, though the meat was slightly dry. Still, comfort food at its best. Pro Tip: Soak the rice in the sauce for extra flavor! 🍮 Desserts & Drinks: Sweet Endings Coffee Pudding & Matcha Red Bean Pudding: Creamy coffee custard and earthy matcha with sweet red beans—Japan in two bites. Japanese Rice Wine: The bottle in the photo? Smooth, slightly sweet, and the perfect pairing for the meal. 🌟 Final Thoughts: Worth Every Wait From the sesame tofu that haunted my dreams to the fresh sashimi, Murasaki proves good things come to those who wait (and book early). Sharing it with a good friend? That’s just the cherry on top of a perfect Japanese feast in Helsinki. #JapaneseCuisine #HelsinkiFoodie #OmakaseLove #HiddenGem

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