It is obvious that Chiz gets her cooking talents from her mother. Chiz’ mom is an amazing chef, and we have been lucky to be staying with her and enjoying her delicious cooking! Unlike in the west, where there is basically one dish with one or two side dishes…. in Japan every meal consists of MANY different side dishes! Chiz’ mom does an amazing job cooking so many for a meal! Eating meals at the home of a great cook is often better than eating in a restaurant! Check out some of these meals she prepared for us and you’ll see what I mean: