Fusion cuisine is a tricky concept. It's like a clever
bait-and-switch, but more so than a simple substitution of one ingredient or
side dish for another. Emergent fusion flavors should give a nod to both of
their parents, entirely complementary, yet entirely unique. It's an adventure
to discover one flavor hiding where another usually lives.
At Brookline's Umami, the focus is on savory
Asian-inspired tastes that meld with traditional French bistro fare. In 2010, after leaving Thai restaurant Khao Sarn, Japanese Chef Yoshi Hakamoto opened Umami with his wife, Nomun.
OMG---to die for. My sister would have loved this. A good Thai chef is great.
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The food is mediocre and pricey for the quantity served.
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