Als je gefascineerd bent door de kunst van sushi en de toewijding van meesterchef Jiro Ono in 'Jiro und das beste Sushi der Welt' (2011), dan vind je het vast leuk om soortgelijke films en series te ontdekken. Dit artikel belicht 10 titels die dezelfde passie, vakmanschap en verhalen over culinaire excellentie delen.

Tampopo (1985)
Beschreibung: A heartwarming and humorous exploration of culinary passion, focusing on the dedication to perfecting the art of ramen-making, much like the pursuit of sushi mastery.
Fakt: The film is often referred to as a 'ramen Western' due to its unique blend of food culture and Western film tropes.


Babette's Feast (1987)
Beschreibung: A story about the profound impact of a meticulously prepared meal, highlighting the spiritual and emotional connections forged through food.
Fakt: The film won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.


Big Night (1996)
Beschreibung: Focuses on the struggles and triumphs of two brothers running an Italian restaurant, capturing the essence of culinary passion and family bonds.
Fakt: The film's climactic timpano dish became iconic and is often recreated by fans.


Ratatouille (2007)
Beschreibung: An animated tale about the relentless pursuit of culinary perfection, showcasing the beauty and artistry behind cooking.
Fakt: The film's climax dish, ratatouille, is based on a real recipe by chef Thomas Keller.


Julie & Julia (2009)
Beschreibung: A dual narrative that celebrates the transformative power of cooking, emphasizing dedication and love for culinary arts.
Fakt: The film intertwines the lives of Julia Child and Julie Powell, who blogged about cooking every recipe in Child's book.


The Truffle Hunters (2020)
Beschreibung: A documentary that delves into the world of truffle hunting, showcasing the dedication and tradition behind this rare culinary treasure.
Fakt: The film provides an intimate look at the lives of elderly truffle hunters and their dogs in Italy.


The Taste of Things (2023)
Beschreibung: A visually stunning portrayal of the art of cooking, emphasizing the sensory and emotional experiences tied to food.
Fakt: The film features elaborate and authentic cooking sequences that highlight French cuisine.


The Hundred-Foot Journey (2014)
Beschreibung: Centers around the journey of a young chef striving for culinary excellence, highlighting the cultural and personal significance of food.
Fakt: The film's culinary scenes were supervised by renowned chef Floyd Cardoz.


Chef's Table (2015)
Beschreibung: A documentary series that profiles world-renowned chefs, focusing on their creative processes and the stories behind their dishes.
Fakt: Each episode is visually cinematic, often compared to food poetry.
