Aomori
Scallops
x
Aomori
Salmon
Arbor
is
led
by
Finnish
chef
and
founder
Eric
Räty.
Eric
has
traveled
to
major
culinary
capitals
around
the
world,
gaining
extensive
experience
in
fine
dining.
He
excels
at
combining
seasonal
ingredients
with
Nordic
and
Japanese
flavors,
creatively
crafting
dishes
that
highlight
the
unique
and
vibrant
tastes
of
the
ingredients.
Each
dish
expresses
a
heartfelt
respect
for
nature
and
the
changing
seasons.
Since
its
opening,
Arbor
earned
its
first
Michelin
star
within
just
seven
months
and
received
its
second
star
in
the
following
year,
demonstrating
its
exceptional
dining
quality.
Due to the invitation from the Aomori Prefectural Government, Eric has recently traveled to Aomori to explore the region’s rich ingredients and visit traditional craft workshops. This journey sparked inspiration and led him to meet Chef Hanada, from a local French creative restaurant Kashu, Theu collaborate to bring the finest seasonal ingredients to Hong Kong. These fresh ingredients are delivered to Hong Kong through the “A!Premium” logistics service, a collaboration between Aomori Prefecture and Yamato Transport, utilizing professional cold insulation technology to ensure that customers experience the authentic flavors of the region. On November 19 (dinner) and November 20 (lunch and dinner), the two chefs hosted a joint four-hands dining event, featuring Aomori specialties such as sea urchin, scallops, garlic, and apples, providing guests with a unique dining experience that blends Nordic and Japanese elements, receiving rave reviews.
After the collaborative dinner, Arbor will continue to incorporate Aomori ingredients into its signature dishes starting November 22, including salmon, scallops, nagaimo (Japanese yam), burdock root, apples, etc. The menu may change depending on the availability of ingredients, adding an element of mystery and surprise to the dining experience. In addition to the delicious cuisine, the restaurant will also feature Aomori crafts as tableware and decorations, including Tsugaru glassware (津軽びいどろ) from Hokuyo Glass and apple wood products from Kimura Woodcraft Factory. This allows guests to fully immerse themselves in the charm of Aomori. Reservations are welcome to experience this unique culinary journey!
Tsugaru Glassware (津軽びいどろ)
Tsugaru Glass originates from the Tsugaru region of Aomori Prefecture. It is crafted using local sand and the challenging “Chu-buki” (宙吹) glass-blowing technique, and was designated as a traditional craft of Aomori Prefecture in 1996. Each piece of handmade glass is unique, showcasing a variety of color combinations that reflect the beauty of Japan’s four seasons. The aesthetically pleasing designs add a touch of elegance to everyday life.
Apple Wood Craft
Kimura Woodcraft Factory, with a history of 45 years, is located in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture. This is an area famous for its apple production. The abundant apple wood resources have led to the creation of various crafts made from discarded apple wood, showcasing Aomori’s “recycling” environmental culture. Due to the characteristics of apple wood, which include many knots and gnarls, only about half of the collected wood can be used. The processes of drying and shaping the wood are time-consuming, making each craft an art by the artisans’ dedication and skill.
Aomori Crafts x Arbor Limited-Time Feast
Limited-Time Feast:Starting from November 22, 2024, for approximately three weeks (ending date subject to supply)
Location: Arbor (80 Queen’s Road Central, 25th Floor, H Queen’s, Hong Kong)
Reservations:+852 3185 8388 (Phone) / +852 3622 0748 (WhatsApp)
This
press
release
is
issued
by
the
Aomori
Prefectural
Government
Department
of
Tourism,
Trade,
Flights,
and
International
Exchange
Aomori
Products
Marketing
and
Export
Promotion
Division,
and
distributed
by
Compass
Communications.
Hashtag: #Aomori #Arbor
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