The Ritz-Carlton Bangalore Hosts an Extraordinary Immersive Samurai Spirits Experience with Elliot Faber at IZU

Bengaluru:

The immaculate fine-dining restaurant and bar IZU at The Ritz-Carlton Bangalore invites all cocktail enthusiasts and sake aficionados in the city to indulge in an unmatched beverage journey at 'Samurai Spirits'.

This lavish event will feature Elliot Faber, a globally renowned Sake and Cocktails Master who bears the prestigious title of SAKE SAMURAI from the Japan Sake Brewers Association.

Elliot, the founding Beverage Director for the Michelin-starred Yardbird Hong Kong and RNIN restaurants, will be accompanied by Gormei, a Culinary Experiences Curator based in Hong Kong and Kolkata, for a meticulously curated Sake journey throughout India.

This extravagant event will begin on September 28, 2023, in the centre of Bengaluru, and promises to be an unforgettable experience for all attendees.

Celebrate the Art of Sake and Expert Mixology, Curated by Elliot Faber and Chef Noel Adrais, at IZU, which specialises in Japanese and Peruvian Cuisine.

The 'Samurai Spirits' commemorates the art of sake and expert mixology and promises an unforgettable journey of flavours and cultures, combining the vibrancy of Peruvian flavours with Japanese techniques to create a unique and immersive experience.

Faber will present an exclusive menu alongside Chef Noel Adrais, who has curated the perfect balance of Peruvian and Japanese flavours for the Nikkei menu. 

Chef Noel Adrais, a Master Chef with more than 20 years of experience working with the most renowned personalities who introduced Japanese cuisine to this region of the globe, complements the expert mixology abilities of Elliot Faber.

Chefs Noel Adrais and Elliot Faber have collaborated to create a culinary experience for you that will be unforgettable. While Chef Noel's artistic and contemporary interpretations of Japanese cuisine will leave you wanting more, Elliot Faber's handcrafted cocktails and sake pairings will perfectly complement these dishes and elevate your dining experience. 

During his forthcoming bar takeover at IZU, Elliot Faber will impress guests with an exquisite menu and immersive experience. In addition to demonstrating the versatility of Sake as an ingredient in high-quality concoctions, he will also present stand-alone beverages. There will be a total of eight Sake-based experiences showcasing the cultural fusion of Japan and Peru. The extraordinary journey of flavours and cultures crafted by Elliot Faber and Chef Noel Adrais promises to leave a lasting impression. Each morsel and taste will be meticulously calibrated, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience of the art of sake and mixology.

"I look forward to spreading Japanese beverage culture in India by way of Japanese craft alcohol, highballs, and craft cocktails in collaboration with international spirits brands at The Ritz-Carlton Bangalore,"

said Elliot, Co-Founder of Sake Central, the world's foremost advocate for sharing sake culture internationally.

Additionally, Elliot is a published author, Sommelier, IWC Judge, WSET sake educator, and Senior Whisky Advisor for Zachys Wine Auctions.

Indulge in a culinary adventure that combines the exquisite flavours of Japan and Peru. Savour the perfect balance of Peruvian and Japanese influences in every dish, meticulously crafted to tantalise your taste senses.

Discover the art of sake and expert mixology as you taste cocktails and sake pairings deftly curated by Elliot's mixology knowledge. Meanwhile, Chef Noel's culinary expertise will convey you to a world of exquisite flavours, where only the finest ingredients and time-honored techniques are used to create one-of-a-kind, unforgettable dishes. 

Let this culinary excursion transport you on a cultural voyage, where each morsel and drink recounts the tale of the fusion of two distinct cuisines.

The Ritz-Carlton in BangaloreThe Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore is a luxurious hotel in the centre of Bangalore. The hotel has 277 accommodations and suites, in addition to seven restaurants and lounges that have received accolades. The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore is the ideal location to unwind and indulge in luxury.

About Elliott F. Faber

Elliot Faber is the founding Beverage Director for Michelin-starred Yardbird and RNIN in Hong Kong, as well as the Founder of Sake Central, a multifunctional retail space and dining bar whose mission is to provide an authentic understanding of Japanese cuisine and beverage culture to people all over the globe. In addition, he is the co-founder of Sunday's Spirits, an independent brand of Japanese alcoholic beverages, including sake, shochu, and whisky, produced in collaboration with various global artisans.

As a Decanter Magazine Wine Judge, IWC Sake Judge, WSET Educator for Sake and Wine, a Certified Sommelier, and an Advanced Sake Professional, Elliot advises Zachys Wine Auctions as Senior Whisky Advisor and is a contributing author for 'The Court of Master Sommeliers' and JamesSuckling.com. Elliot is the co-author and producer of the award-winning book

"SAKE: The History, Stories, and Craft of Japan's Artisanal Breweries." 

In October 2016, Elliot received the 'Sake Samurai' accolade from the Japan Sake Brewers Association, an honour few have received since its inception in 2005. In 2017, Elliot co-founded One Cup Concepts with Sake Central as its flagship company. In 2019, Elliot launched the retail/bar concept SAKETEN and in 2021, he opened AWA AWA - an Okinawa-based restaurant bar designed to introduce consumers to Awamori and the multi-national influences that make up Okinawa cuisine.

In 2022, Elliot supported the inauguration of MORI and other initiatives at Mandala Club in Singapore, and in early 2023, he created a concept and beverage programme for Manifesto Market in Berlin, Germany.

Elliot will rejoin the Mandala on Tour team as Chief Curator in Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan, in December 2023. From the Japanese concept Mizumi at the WYNN hotel in Las Vegas to international events for brands such as Prada and Chloé, Elliot has sourced and serviced beverage experiences worldwide. His work includes private label and custom product collaborations with collaborators such as luxury retailer Lane Crawford and caviar purveyor NOMAD Caviar.

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