Hi, I'm Ayaka
Welcome to my little journey to a healthy life My philosophy: Inspired by tradition About Me My name is Ayaka, originally from Japan. I founded Zen Kitchen Diary in London, where I share simple and comforting Japanese home-cooked recipes on my blog and Instagram, along with glimpses of my daily life and overseas culinary experiences. I trained at one of Tokyo’s most prestigious culinary schools, and I am also a certified tea ceremony practitioner and kimono stylist , deeply connected to traditional Japanese culture. I love sharing the beauty of Japanese cuisine, while also drawing inspiration from the traditional dishes and food cultures I encounter in other countries. My food philosophy I believe that everyday meals are a special time to nourish both the body and mind. Through simple Japanese home cooking, I hope to inspire people to enjoy wholesome, comforting food. I also incorporate ideas from t...
