Raw & Cold Dishes Recipes

This iconic sushi bar staple combines the buttery texture of premium raw tuna with a bold, creamy chili kick. Originating in the 1980s as a creative way to showcase fresh trimmings...

A cornerstone of Chinese culinary heritage, these salted duck eggs are cured to achieve a velvety, oil-rich yolk that glows like a harvest moon. The process transforms a simple egg...

Futomaki is the soul-satisfying 'fat roll' of Japan, traditionally served during festivals and celebrations to represent good fortune. This vibrant roll features a harmonious balan...

This elegant cold-sliced dish bridges the gap between traditional charcuterie and modern fine dining. The duck breast is slow-smoked to a perfect medium-rare, chilled to firm the t...

This elegant dish showcases the buttery, clean flavor of premium Kingfish (Hiramasa), a jewel of the ocean known for its firm texture and sweet finish. We elevate the raw slices wi...

Holodets is a cornerstone of Russian celebratory feasts, a labor of love that transforms humble cuts of meat into a crystal-clear, savory masterpiece. Unlike modern aspics, this tr...

Larb Dib is the bold, soul-stirring 'king' of Lao salads, featuring ultra-fresh beef hand-minced to a buttery consistency and seasoned with a complex array of aromatics. This raw d...

Namsu is a vibrant, ancient Lao delicacy that celebrates the art of acid-curing fresh river fish to a delicate, opaque finish. Bursting with the brightness of freshly squeezed lime...

A Scandinavian masterpiece of preservation, this Gravlax transforms raw salmon into a buttery, translucent delicacy through the ancient art of salt and sugar curing. Infused with t...

Hailing from the heart of Naples, this vibrant 'Reinforcement Salad' is a cornerstone of the traditional Italian Christmas Eve feast. It features tender-crisp cauliflower florets f...

A cornerstone of Northern European maritime heritage, these Rollmops are succulent herring fillets cured in a tangy, aromatic brine and rolled around a crisp pickle center. This di...

Hailing from the sun-drenched hills of Piedmont, Italy, Vitello Tonnato is a culinary paradox that works in perfect harmony: tender, poached veal blanketed in a creamy, savory tuna...

An essential companion to a classic Bouillabaisse, Rouille is a bold, velvety spread that captures the sun-drenched flavors of Provence. This 'rust'-colored sauce combines the heat...

Kimbap is Korea's most beloved portable meal, a vibrant mosaic of seasoned rice and colorful vegetables wrapped in crisp roasted seaweed. Unlike sushi, kimbap focuses on the harmon...

Beef Tataki is a masterpiece of Japanese culinary technique, where the outer edge of a premium beef fillet is kissed by high heat while the center remains cool and rare. This dish ...

Yukhoe is a sophisticated Korean delicacy that celebrates the pure, unadulterated flavor of premium beef, elevated by the nutty aroma of toasted sesame oil and the refreshing crunc...

A cornerstone of Sichuan street food, Liang Fen is a mesmerizing dish of translucent, silky noodles carved from a chilled mung bean starch block. Its cooling, slippery texture prov...

Hailing from the ancient capital of Xi'an, Liangpi is a legendary street food prized for its unique 'skin-like' texture—chewy, translucent, and incredibly refreshing. This recipe u...

A dramatic and sophisticated twist on the classic Sinaloan ceviche, this Aguachile Negro is defined by its deep, smoky complexity and striking obsidian hue. The 'black' sauce is ac...

Moutabal is the sophisticated, creamier cousin of Baba Ganoush, hailing from the heart of the Levant. This dish transforms humble eggplants into a velvety masterpiece through the m...

This vibrant chilled soup captures the essence of a Mediterranean summer, blending the honeyed sweetness of vine-ripened cantaloupe with a sophisticated citrus brightness. The addi...

A vibrant, contemporary twist on the Andalusian classic, this chilled soup replaces a portion of the traditional tomato base with crisp, sweet watermelon for a profile that is incr...

This vibrant twist on the Andalusian classic replaces a portion of the traditional tomatoes with peak-season strawberries, creating a sophisticated balance of sweetness and acidity...

Experience the quintessential Japanese delicacy of Tako Sashimi, where the natural sweetness of the sea meets a remarkably tender yet snappy texture. Unlike other fish, octopus req...