FAQs

Asian food FAQs section answers all questions you might have at Chef Taki. Whether it’s about Japanese and Asian food, private dining or our private chef service. We tackle all frequently asked questions and add them here for you. We help you navigate the diverse and delicious world of Asian and Japanese cuisine in Cape Town.

Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or a curious beginner. You’ll find quick answers to commonly asked questions about Japanese and Asian food, terminology, flavours, Asian food culture, dishes, dining, cooking and our private chef service.

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What is Umami Taste

Umami, meaning “pleasant savory taste” in Japanese, is the fifth basic taste alongside sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. It’s a savory and brothy sensation that comes from glutamates and nucleotides, naturally present in many delicious foods like cheese, mushrooms, and meats. Imagine a taste that’s not just sweet, sour, salty, or bitter. A taste that’s

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What is Teppanyaki and Why Do You Need to try it?

Teppanyaki (鉄板焼き, teppan-yaki) is a Japanese cooking style that utilizes an iron griddle to cook food. Literally translated, “teppan” means iron plate, and “yaki” refers to grilling or pan-frying. Picture this: a glistening iron griddle, flames dancing like miniature dragons, and the rhythmic clanging of spatulas as a skilled chef transforms fresh ingredients into culinary

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What is Yakiniku?

Yakiniku is a style of Japanese dining where you cook bite-sized meat and vegetables on a grill at your table. (焼肉, yakiniku) 焼 (yaki) – meaning “grilled” and 肉 (niku) – meaning “meat”. Yakiniku How Do You Do? Yakiniku is a term used in Japan 焼肉. But has gained popularity worldwide. Especially were Japanese food influence is

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