Food Quote by Larry Olmsted
““KOBE BEEF OUTSIDE JAPAN This is much trickier, and the only three places in the United States I consider reliable are the restaurants in the Wynn Las Vegas casino resort, 212 Steakhouse in New York City, and Hawaii’s Teppanyaki Ginza Sumikawa, the sole spots in this country certified by the Kobe Beef Association.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Kobe Beef Association Press Release, 2023
A claim that only three U.S. restaurants are officially certified to serve authentic Kobe beef.
In simple terms: Only three U.S. spots have official Kobe beef certification.
Key Takeaway
Seek verified sources when looking for specialty foods.
Themes
food
authenticity
luxury
Mood
informative
enthusiastic
Type
culinary
recommendation
When to use this quote
- fine dining
- travel planning
- culinary tourism
Key Concepts
certification
regional cuisine
quality control
Questions to Reflect On
- How do certifications affect your dining choices?
- Are there undiscovered places with comparable quality?
A Different Perspective
Certification may be limited, not reflecting all quality options.
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