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18/06/2026
it’s iced matcha season🍵☀️here are 3 tropical recipes to see you through summer
12/06/2026
salmon crispy rice salad🍣🥗 inspired by our restaurant favourite, ‘salmon on a bed’🫶 full recipe below
ingredients
🍣 1 filet of salmon
🥄 1 sachet miso’easy
🥄 1 tsp sugar
🥄 1 tsp sesame oil
🍚 250g microwave sushi rice
🥄 2 tbsp itsu teriyaki sauce
🥄 1 tbsp itsu crispy chilli oil [or more if you like it spicy]
🥄 1 tbsp soy sauce
🥒 1 small cucumber
🫑 1 red bell pepper
🫛 100g edamame beans
🌱 2 stalks of spring onion or 1 baby leek
🫚 optional- 1/2 thumb of minced ginger
☘️ optional- coriander to top
dressing recipe:
🥄 2 tbsp tahini
🥄 2 tbsp kewpie mayo
🥄 1 tbsp soy sauce
🥄 1 sachet miso easy
🥄 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
🥄 1 tbsp honey/maple syrup
🥄 water to thin out to desired consistency
coat the salmon in miso, sugar, and a touch of sesame oil. grill in the oven for 10 minutes at 200c. let it rest and gently flake it apart.
mix the microwave rice with chilli oil and seasoning. spread onto a lined tray and bake on the grill setting for 15-20 minutes or until it gets crispy. mix it halfway through cooking.
chop the veg into small bite sized pieces and assemble as your base. add the salmon, crispy rice, and finally drizzle over the dressing. mix and enjoy!
08/06/2026
ep 3: XL rainbow rolls🥕🥒🥑 inspired by recipe in caption👇
ingredients:
🍚 rice paper sheets
🥬 iceberg lettuce
🥕crunchy veg like carrot, cabbage, cucumber
🥑 half an avocado
🌱fresh chives or coriander
🐟 a tin of tuna or any other protein
dipping sauce:
🥄1 heaped tbsp tahini
🥄 1/4 cup kewpie mayo
🥄 1 tbsp soy sauce
🥄 1 sachet miso easy
🥄 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
🥄 1 tbsp honey/maple syrup
🥄 water to thin out to desired consistency
04/06/2026
Finally, a meal deal with grace and decorum
29/05/2026
10-minute rice paper cheung fun hack🍤 full recipe below
ingredients [makes 3]:
🍤 80g raw peeled prawns or shrimp
🍚 6 pcs of rice paper
🌱 3 stalks of chopped spring onion
🥄 1 tsp sesame oil
🌶️ itsu crispy chilli oil
🥄 top with soy sauce and black vinegar
briefly dip the rice paper in cold water and lay it onto a board. place 4 prawns in a line with a sprinkling of chopped spring onion.
tuck the top and bottom of the rice paper in to seal in the prawns, then gently roll the rice paper like you would a burrito. repeat with a second layer of rice paper to secure.
rub some sesame oil onto a heat-proof plate and place the cheung fun on. steam for 7-10 minutes depending on how large the prawns are.
top with crispy chilli oil, soy sauce, and a touch of black vinegar. enjoy!
20/05/2026
ep 4: dumpling spanakopita🥟where we answer ‘does it dumpling?’🤔
18/05/2026
ep 3: smash dumplings🥟you’re going to want to try this…full recipe below
dumpling filling mix:
🥩200g minced beef
🌱4 green onion [finely chopped]
🥬 1/2 cup cabbage or pak choy [finely chopped]
🫚 thumb of grated ginger
🧄 cloves of grated garlic
🥄 1 tbsp soy sauce
🥄 1 tbsp mirin/shaoxing rice wine (optional)
🥄 1 tbsp itsu teriyaki sauce
🥄 1 tsp sesame oil
🥄 pinch of pepper
ingredients:
🥟 frozen dumpling wrappers
🥕 shredded veg [carrot, cucumber and cabbage work well]
☘️ top with coriander or spring onion
🌶️ itsu crispy chilli oil
start by finely chopping cabbage and salting it to release moisture. combine the dumpling filling ingredients (including the strained cabbage) and stir until combined.
spoon 1.5 tbsp of the mixture onto defrosted dumpling wrappers, and firmly spread up to the perimeter of the dough.
grill on medium high heat for 5-7 minutes or until it develops a brown crust, pressing firmly like a smash burger patty. flip and finish on other side for 2 minutes.
serve with fresh shredded veg, and extra drizzle of teriyaki, and crispy chilli oil.
Address
107 Cheapside
London
EC2V 6DN
Address: 70 Cheapside, London EC2V 6EE
Public Transport:
- The nearest underground station is Bank station, which is on the Central line, Northern line and Waterloo & City line.
- The restaurant is a 5-minute walk from Bank station. Exit onto Cheapside and head east towards St. Mary Axe. The restaurant will be on your left.
Driving/Parking:
- There is no parking available at the restaurant.
- The nearest car park is NCP London Vintry Thames Exchange (107 Upper Thames Street, London EC4R 3TF), which is a 7-minute walk from the restaurant.
- To reach the restaurant by car, use Cheapside and look for nearby parking options. Note that Cheapside is a one-way street heading eastbound.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
9am - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
9am - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
9am - 9pm |
| Thursday |
9am - 9pm |
| Friday |
9am - 9pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 6pm |
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What people say
If you're looking for a health food restaurant that serves delicious and freshly made Asian-inspired dishes, itsu in Cheapside, London is the place to be. With 70 beautifully designed shops, itsu offers a wide range of healthy options that are perfect for those who want to eat well without sacrificing taste.
One of the things that sets itsu apart from other health food restaurants is their sushi menu. Their sushi is always fresh and expertly prepared, making it a great option for those who love Japanese cuisine. But it's not just sushi that they excel at - their noodle dishes and salads are also top-notch.
What's more, itsu is constantly innovating and coming up with new recipes to keep things interesting. From their miso caramel yule log to their miso pecan roasted parsnips, there's always something new and exciting to try on their menu.
Overall, if you're looking for a health food restaurant that doesn't compromise on taste or quality, itsu in Cheapside is definitely worth checking out.
