{"title":"Series: Oishinbo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOishinbo\u003c\/em\u003e invites readers on an insightful journey through Japanese cuisine, blending storytelling with a deep appreciation for food culture. The series explores culinary traditions with a thoughtful perspective, appealing to those interested in the art and philosophy behind cooking and dining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond gastronomy, the collection subtly touches on broader themes such as culture, values, and personal discovery. Readers can expect a rich tapestry of flavours and ideas, presented with a blend of warmth and curiosity that resonates beyond the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"oishinbo-vegetables-vol-5-by-tetsu-kariya-9781421521435","title":"Oishinbo: Vegetables, Vol. 5","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe best-selling and most beloved food manga of all time!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the celebrations for its 100th anniversary, the publishers of the \u003cem\u003eTōzai News\u003c\/em\u003e have commissioned the creation of the \"Ultimate Menu,\" a model meal embodying the pinnacle of Japanese cuisine. This all-important task has been entrusted to journalist Yamaoka Shirō, an inveterate cynic who possesses no initiative— but also an incredibly refined palate and an encyclopaedic knowledge of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWeekly Time\u003c\/em\u003e magazine sets up a series of culinary battles between the \u003cem\u003eTōzai News\u003c\/em\u003e's \"Ultimate Menu,\" represented by Yamaoka, and the \u003cem\u003eTeito Times\u003c\/em\u003e's \"Supreme Menu,\" represented by Kaibara Yūzan, Yamaoka's father and nemesis. The ingredient this time is vegetables, specifically cabbages and turnips. Who will win the Vegetable Showdown?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLater, Yamaoka and Kurita help Tomii's son get over his hatred of eggplant, and patch a rift between lovers using the power of asparagus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46550321037548,"sku":"9781421521435","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781421521435.jpg?v=1750023354"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/series-oishinbo.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}