MASA

New York City, USA Chef: masa takayama Dinner price: $595 per person, excluding wine Food: high-end sushi Decor/vibe: minimalist, hushed, windowless

Chef masayoshi takayama’s obsession with food began as a young child when he delivered sashimi to customers by bike from his family’s fish market. now based in manhattan, takayama has created a 26-seat restaurant so sought after that diners don’t blink an eye at the expense of the tiny but dumbfoundingly delicious morsels presented before them. Journey through the degustation menu, surrender to sake, and take your time – expect to be here about three hours to really indulge in this luxurious three-michelin-star experience. www.masanyc.com