Bring Marie Chiba's Sake Pairings to Your Table!
One of the highlights of the 2026 Melbourne Sake Festival was the exclusive Sake & Food Pairing Seminar led by Marie Chiba, an internationally recognised Sake Samurai and owner of the renowned Tokyo sake bar EUREKA!, with dishes prepared by Executive Chef Katsuji Yoshino of ISHIZUKA & ODEN.
Throughout the seminar, guests discovered how thoughtful food pairings can transform the way sake is experienced. To help you recreate part of that experience at home, we're sharing three recipes created by Marie Chiba, each paired with one of the premium sake featured during the seminar.
Inspired by Marie Chiba's innovative approach to sake pairing, these recipes show that memorable food and sake experiences don't have to be reserved for restaurants or special events. Try them at home and discover how the right pairing can unlock new flavours in both the dish and the sake.
Recreate the Pairing at Home
Three recipes created by Marie Chiba, paired with premium sake.
Recipe 1
Caramelised Onion Mousse with Washed-Rind Cheese
Recipe 2
Cucumber, Kiwi & Dill Salad
Recipe 3
Yoghurt & White Miso Lamb Chops with Mint Butter
Ready to Try These Pairings?
Inspired by Marie Chiba's seminar, these recipes show how simple ingredients and thoughtful sake pairings can create memorable dining experiences at home.
Explore the featured sake and start experimenting with your own pairings.
