Why I Love Japan: Sara Kiyo Popowa of Shiso Delicious

Having developed a (borderline unhealthy) obsession with the artistry of plant-based Instagram account @shisodelicious I was beyond excited to be invited by Sara Kiyo Popowa, the incredible artist behind the account, to attend an intimate workshop based on recipes from her book Bento Power: Brilliantly Balanced Lunchbox Recipes.

In addition to providing a fresh insight into the potential of new and varied flavour combinations, Sara’s workshop emphasised — in my mind at least — the power of making the preparation of food an art; stopping…