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Salmon with a Teriyaki Glaze

Quinoa

Spinach with Garlic

A nice dinner to celebrate being back in Japan. I sauteed the salmon with a little olive oil to brown the sides. Added some soy sauce and sake to create a teriyaki sauce (of sorts). The spinach was sauteed in olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. The quinoa is a grain I have not had for some time because I have not been able to find it in Fukuyama. The only way this meal could have been better - a glass of white wine. 

Simply delicious.

Dish: Spaghetti alla Gorgonzola 

Restaurant: ERBA

Location: Fukuyama, Japan

Price: 1050 Yen

Description: A delightful salad (not pictured) with an olive oil based vinaigrette, spaghetti with a Gorgonzola based cream sauce, and a strong cup of coffee.

Fun facts: The chef studied in Italy. The restaurant is simple but classy. You can order additional pasta if you would like, but the standard portion is enough. The lunch special is a spaghetti based dish. There are many choices for sauces or types of dishes on the back of the menu. Your beverage choice - coffee or tea. It has an open kitchen so you can watch the chef prepare your meal. 


This pasta dish was simple but amazingly delicious. The sauce was rich, included a variety or marinated mushrooms and a slight dusting of Parmesan. It was truly a satisfying meal.