ZEN usage of fresh and raw products of the highest quality.Our exception is rice and. Hideki has placed a family name plate (Hyosatsu) at the entrance of Zen to show and remind him that this is not just his place of work but also his home and you are his precious friend and guest. ZEN Japanese Grill & Sushi Bistro, Mandeville, Louisiana. Hideki looks forward to welcoming you to Zen as he would a guest in his own home. Hideki’s dishes are unique to Zen, incorporating and showcasing Hideki's 38years of experience as a Master Japanese Chef. Zen Sushi was the first Japanese restaurant to bring in Italy the Kaiten, the particular conveyor belt to serve freshly prepared sushi on colored saucers. Hideki came to Australia to improve his wind surfing skills but ended up staying and working for various hotels and restaurants until the opportunity to take over Zen Restaurant came along in 2008.

He also mastered the handling and cooking of live fish (traditional Kaiseki) and is an acclaimed Sushi Chef. Enjoy edible art in a sleek, stylish dining room and magnificent sunsets. He earned the highest achievement certificate in Blow Fish handling (one of the most difficult Chef qualifications in Japan).

After graduating from High School he began his career as an Apprentice at Sushi Kappou in Nakasu, a high end traditional sushi restaurant.Īfter completing his Apprenticeship, Hideki worked in various traditional Japanese restaurants both independent and within 5 star hotels. Influenced by his Father, also a Chef, Hideki started cooking in the kitchen at home at the age of 6. European Contemporary Add to favorites MICHELIN Guide’s Point Of View Three MICHELIN Stars: Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey The celebrity chef of Frantzn fame opened his third Asian venture in a shophouse circa 1926. Hideki comes from Fukuoka City in Kyushu, Japan which is famous for its’ live seafood cuisine. Specialties: Zen specializes in delicious Sushi dishes made by top-notch sushi chefs and mouthwatering hot Asian plates with high-quality ingredients that come straight from Japan.

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