Taste of nashville | Episode 3

Bar Otaku

Sarah Gavigan is the queen of umami — combining southern flair with traditional Japanese techniques

The word is Izakaya. A Japanese style bar with a variety of small dishes meant to accompany drinks or cocktails. Nashville has their very own Izakaya, and it’s lively presence is felt right in The Gulch. Bar Otaku is the spin-off of Chef Gavigan’s Otaku Ramen, shining bright in the hidden culinary hub of Music City. If there’s any doubt left in your mind about whether traditional Japanese food and Southern hospitality can mesh, look no further. Bar Otaku is the answer to all you questions!

“Sarah Gavigan brings the flavors, art, and culture of Japan to the Gulch with Bar Otaku" - Alex Hendrickson| Eater Nashville

What is Taste of Nashville?

Taste of Nashville is an episodic series that takes you on a food filled adventure around Music City! Host Devin Epps and director Henry Young eat, chat, and cook with some of Nashville’s most flavorful entrepreneurs all while unraveling exclusive stories behind the city’s cherished restaurants and culinary artists.

Watch the Pilot

Proposed Show ITINERARY

Part 1: Opening/Introduction

  • Devin will open up the show with small pleasantries to the audience and the introduction of our featured guest Sarah Gavigan!

Part 2: Owner Interview

  • The shooting of the topic discussion will last around 5-15 minutes

  • Sarah and Devin will select a spot in the restaurant to chat

  • Topics that may be covered include: “Were you ever doubtful to the concept of an Izakaya style bar in the South?”, “Talk to us about the journey of writing your cookbook! + more!

  • The final edit will be chopped down to a 2 - 6 minute segment that transitions to the explanation of an Okonomiyaki.

Part 3: What is an Okonomiyaki??

  • The shooting of this segment will last around 10-15 minutes

  • We will step into the kitchen with Sarah to watch the artistry of her chefs making the Japanese Pancake

    • Note: Since the shooting of this will be on a busy weekend, it may be best to capture cooking footage around 4:00-5:00pm so service cannot be interrupted

  • The final edit will be chopped down to a 1 - 2 minute segment that transitions to the beauty shots of the dish

Part 4: Wrap

  • Winding down the conversation with thank yous, takeaways, where the audience can find all things Otaku Online!

  • See you soon! :))