Guest Chefs:
Samme Guo & Terry Yeh
Restaurant:
Applause Japanese Restaurant
Signature Dish:
BBQ Black Cod
Training:
They both worked at Richmond’s Japanese restaurant Daimasu, but at different times.
Favorite Fast Food:
"Food court combo, beef or chicken teriyaki," says Guo. "I would choose Burger Kings," admits Yeh.
Years in the Industry:
Guo has been in the industry for 18 years; Yeh, 13 years.
Defining Dining in Vancouver:
"Great! You are able to try all different kinds of food from terrific chefs from all over the world," says Guo. "Lots of fresh food and a lot of variety," adds Yeh.
Home Cooking Tip:
Yeh’s cooking must is, "always use fresh food" while Guo insists, "never add too much salt."
Secret Recipe . . .
Sauce:
1cup soy sauce
1cup water
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons Sake
2 teaspoons Mirin
Boil until sauce thickens, approximately 10-30 minutes.
Meat:
In a separate pan, fry beef in oil until it changes color. Approximately 1-2 minutes.
Add vegetables of choice.
Stir in sauce.
Table for Two?
Name:
Applause Japanese Restaurant
Address:
8269 Oak Street
Hours:
Mon. 4:30pm-10pm;
Tues.-Sat. 11:30am-3:00pm, 4:30pm-10pm;
Sun. 12:00pm-3:00pm, 4:30pm-10:00pm
Phone:
604-263-8968
Web:
www.applauserestaurant.com
