{"title":"Katherine Tamiko Arguile","description":"\u003cp\u003eKatherine Tamiko Arguile is a compelling voice in contemporary literature, known for her evocative storytelling and profound insights into cultural identity and personal history. A master of weaving intricate narratives, Arguile draws heavily on her rich heritage, offering readers a window into the complexities of life shaped by diverse influences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer book \u003cem\u003eMeshi\u003c\/em\u003e is a remarkable entry in the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category, where she invites readers on a deeply personal journey through the flavours and stories of her heritage. Meshi is both a memoir and a cultural exploration, beautifully illustrating how food can serve as a bridge between generations and an anchor for personal identity. With vivid descriptions and heartfelt reflections, she captures the essence of how the culinary world intertwines with memory, tradition, and family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a fan of biographies or simply enjoy narratives that delve into the nuances of personal experience, Katherine Tamiko Arguile's work is sure to resonate. Meshi is not just a book but an experience that provides readers with an enriching perspective on the ties that bind us across time and place.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"meshi-by-katherine-tamiko-arguile-9781922400703","title":"Meshi","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Katherine Tamiko Arguile, the Japanese food her mother cooked was a portal to a part of her that sometimes felt lost in the past. In Japan, food is never just food: it expresses a complex and fascinating history, and is tied to tradition and spirituality intrinsic to Japanese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExploring the meals of her childhood through Japan's twenty-four sekki (seasons), Katherine untangles the threads of meaning, memory and ritual woven through every glistening bowl of rice, every tender slice of sashimi and each steaming cup of green tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith rich, visceral prose, vivid insight and searing emotional honesty, \u003ci\u003eMeshi\u003c\/i\u003e (\u003ci\u003e‘rice’\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci\u003e‘meal’\u003c\/i\u003e) reveals the culture and spirit of one of the world's most beloved cuisines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844622962924,"sku":"9781922400703","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12418153482872.jpg?v=1758848710"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/katherine-tamiko-arguile.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}