Japan
Weekend Wanderlust
Destination: Japan
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Steeped in a reverence for tradition and appreciation of detail, Japan is one of the most pioneering and dynamic countries in the world. From beautiful ancient temples in Kyoto to the skyscrapers of Tokyo, Japan seamlessly fuses the historic with the futuristic.
Chef: Yoshihiro Narisawa
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Chef Narisawa is a Japanese chef and owner of the two-Michelin star restaurant Les Créations de Narisawa in Minato, Tokyo, Japan. He places an emphasis on sustainability and all-natural ingredients, in line with his deep concern about the current destruction of the natural environment. He deeply values our planet's forests first and foremost, and he incorporates that message directly into his cooking.
We chose to highlight Chef Yoshihiro Narisawa for his love for nature and commitment to using all natural ingredients. This closely aligns with our
S H I M M E R C H E F philosophy to utilize nature's nutrients, providing you with skin, scalp, and hair care that’s always safe, and completely non toxic.
Hiyakko Tofu
1 block soft or silken tofu
2 Tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1 Tbsp sesame oil
1/4 cup bonito flakes or seaweed strips
1 Tbsp sliced green onion
Optional garnish: Grated ginger, Edamame beans, Wakame seaweed, Thin sliced cucumber, Pickled ginger, Nori strips
Cut tofu by putting the block directly on the serving plate. Slice in half, horizontally then cut the tofu into about 1″ squares, while maintaining the shape of the block.
Drain the tofu off the plate as carefully as you can, without disrupting the block of tofu.
Top with soy sauce, sesame oil, and any of other toppings of your liking.
Culinary Pharmacy Product Highlight:
Papaya Puree Face & Neck Plaster
Skin Analysis for Chef : We chose Papaya Puree Face & Neck Plaster treatment #2 for its powerful nutrient-dense benefits from ingredients like agar and arrowroot. These healing nutrients unclog pores, reduce acne marks, and rejuvenate the skin barrier, making the skin look firm and fresh
Papaya Puree Face & Neck Plaster balances the skin's pH levels while removing dead skin cells and impurities. Loaded with pre and probiotics, this plaster nourishes microbiome friendly bacteria so your skin is healthier and more capable of fighting off environmental stressors.
Vacation Outfit Inspo
ZIMMERMANN Lexi raffia-trimmed floral-print linen shirt
Why we love this: Zimmermann's 'Lexi' shirt captures the essence of romantic and bohemian style with its airy, certified linen fabric adorned with vibrant florals. The wispy raffia trims add a whimsical touch, perfectly embodying the brand's dedication to romantic prints and intricate details.
The Stay: Aman Kyoto
Set in a secret garden at the heart of a forest, Aman Kyoto rests a stone’s throw from Kyoto’s golden Kinkaku-ji Temple and 16 other Unesco World Heritage Sites. The resort is nonetheless a secluded world apart, with light-filled suites and pavilions set in tranquil glades. Its private onsen offers healing in the Aman Spa.