Chef Masaaki "Uchi" Uchino, after five years at Sushi Nakazawa, has opened Kiyomi in a food hall, known for quick lunch omakase and a 15-course dinner. He’s now the executive chef at Bar Japonais in Logan Circle, adding a 15-course omakase for $115. Kiyomi will continue unaffected with a new chef at the helm. At Bar Japonais, the menu will lean more toward sushi, and Uchino plans to gradually transform dishes while exploring French fusion styles, like modifying the katsu curry recipe, while maintaining his traditional approach.
Uchino plans to enhance Bar Japonais's menu, integrating traditional Japanese cuisine with French influences, while introducing a 15-course omakase dinner and expanding sushi offerings.
Though Bar Japonais lacks a sushi counter, Uchino is considering future additions to include sushi preparation, aiming to maintain high-quality dining experiences.
At Kiyomi, Uchino will retain control while ensuring continuity with a trained chef overseeing operations, maintaining the quality and essence of his culinary vision.
Uchino is excited about infusing his traditional culinary style with innovative elements, adapting existing dishes, and introducing seasonal specials to delight diners.
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