Ichigo Ichie
The restaurant name alludes to the Japanese idiom Ichi-go ichi-e (一期一会), literally "one time, one meeting", reminding people to cherish any gathering that they may take part in, citing the fact that many meetings in life are not repeated. Even though the host and guests may see each other often socially, one day's gathering can never be repeated exactly. The phrase “ichigo-ichie” has two parts: “ichigo” means “one life” and “ichie” means “a one-time encounter.” And so this is often translated as “This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.” This phrase originated with the tea ceremony, where it expresses the feelings of the host to show sincere hospitality towards guests.
From January 2024, it is now known as Ichigo Ichie Bistro and Natural Wine and has a more casual dining model.
Awards
- Michelin star: since 2019
See also
References
- ^ "Michelin awards 2019: three Cork restaurants earn one-star status". The Irish Times.
- ^ "Unforgettable Dining Unlike Anything Else in Ireland - Ichigo Ichie Review". 5 June 2018.
- ^ Varley, H. Paul; Kumakura, Isao (10 October 1989). Tea in Japan: Essays on the History of Chanoyu. University of Hawaii Press. p. 187. ISBN 9780824817176 – via Internet Archive.
Ichigo Ichie.
- ^ "The Most Special Restaurant In Ireland Lies Behind A Darkened Door In Cork City".
- ^ "'You're a legend, boy!' Michelin-starred Japanese chef gets Cork kudos". The Irish Times.
- ^ McNamee, Joe (9 January 2024). "What you need to know about Ichigo Ichie Bistro as it reopens". Irish Examiner. Retrieved 24 January 2024.