Meet Chef Guillaume and His Tofu Cheese | Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi

Meet Michelin-starred Chef Guillaume Bracaval at est, the contemporary French restaurant at the all-new Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi.

Inspired by the Japanese terroir, Michelin-starred Chef Guillaume crafts innovative French cuisine centred around native seasonal produce. Travelling extensively across Japan, Chef Guillaume has tracked down the finest ingredients for his kitchen – from fresh-caught fish supplied by a fisherman on Kyushu island, to more than fifty varieties of citrus grown on a farm in Wakayama prefecture.

Patrons can feast their eyes on the open kitchen as locally-harvested seafood and vegetables are transformed into a signature degustation menu. Each artfully-presented dish embodies a vibrant exchange between France and Japan: the soup stock, for instance, features dashi, while the “cheese course” features housemade tofu. Expect a warm and approachable ambience: “fine dining with a difference,” as Chef Guillaume remarks.

Chief Sommelier Yuta Yoshida curates an eclectic wine list, ranging from venerable French and the unsung heroes from the vineyards of Japan. Share in his intimate knowledge of winemakers as he reveals the stories and legends behind the bottle. Framed by sweeping Tokyo views, est’s rooftop terrace is perfect for pre- or post-dinner drinks, as well as wine tastings.

The icing on the cake comes from Pastry Chef Michele Abbatemarco. With design playing a leading role in his patisserie, each dessert is composed like a work of art and plated with precision. “We are creating an exceptional table in Tokyo, where everything works in harmony from beginning to end,” says Chef Michele, whose recipes feature artisanal products such as wasanbon (Japanese sugar) and kanten (seaweed jelly), alongside a variety of fresh fruits, used creatively to reflect the 72 micro-seasons in Japan.

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