City Mag 01-2011

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Akira'S CITY MAGAZINE LUXEMBOURG · Januar'11

FOR providing An authentic taste of Japan, Akira Yasuoka has received recognition as the GaultMillau chef of the year 2011. parce qu’il offre toute l’authenticitĂ© culinaire japonaise, Akira Yasuoka est aujourd’hui sacrĂ© chef de l’annĂ©e 2011 dans le GaultMillau. Nduncan roberts  OJulien becker

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espect for the ingredients and implements he uses are what define Akira’s approach to cooking. But he must also rely on intuition and inspiration. “I am always seeking the perfect marriage for a new dish,” he says. “It is amusing to be able to discover new ingredients and play with them.” As well as innovative dishes, there are classics on the menu. “Many Europeans delight in discovering them, but they might be considered too classic in Japan.” But whatever he is conjuring up in the kitchen, Akira approaches his ingredients with deference, bringing out the best of their natural flavours. Akira is also modest and keen to acknowledge the crucial role his boss, Hajime Miaymae, as well as other kitchen and front of house staff, play in ensuring customers enjoy the whole Kamakura experience. Q

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e respect des ingrĂ©dients et des ustensiles caractĂ©rise la dĂ©marche profes sionnelle d’Akira. Mais il doit Ă©galement suivre son intuition et son inspiration. « Je recherche toujours l’harmonie parfaite dans un nouveau plat, dit-il. C’est amusant de dĂ©couvrir de nouveaux ingrĂ©dients et de jouer avec. » Au menu, les innovations cĂŽtoient les grands classiques. « Ils font les dĂ©lices des EuropĂ©ens, mais ils seraient sans doute trop classiques au Japon. » Quelles que soient ses crĂ©ations en cuisine, Akira traite toujours ses matiĂšres premiĂšres avec Ă©gard, et parvient Ă  exprimer la quintessence de leurs saveurs. Modeste, Akira souligne le rĂŽle essentiel de son patron, Hajime Miaymae, et des autres membres du personnel de cuisine et de salle, dans le plaisir qu’expĂ©rimentent les clients du Kamakura. Q

“I am always seeking the perfect marriage for a new dish.” « Je recherche toujours l’harmonie parfaite dans un nouveau plat. » Akira Yasuoka

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