Second Helpings (VI).

New seasons, menus, and special events.

Second Helpings (I, II, III, IV, and V) can be found here, here, here, here, and here.

TakaHisa

Find my original visit to Takahisa here. While I’ve been very fortunate to attend a number of meals and collaborations at Takahisa, I had no idea what I was in for on a recent visit. This particular collaboration featured the culinary genius of Chef Haruka from Oniku Karyu*, one of the premiere Wagyu masters of Japan, who joined the talented home team for an exceptionally memorable meal. I had some of the smallest noodles ever — the technique! — and a truly special beef consomme (served in a “cup” of ice). Everything remains in exceptional harmony at Takahisa, and this visit was no different. Even with guest chefs, it’s an understated, seamless culinary adventure that I always feel lucky to be part of. Much like visits to Tresind Studio, I always learn about a new product, protein, or geography I have heretofore never heard of.

Would I return to TakaHisa? I live in hope! The team continues to…