Akira Back

JAPANESE/MODERN

9 8 8 8 30 Beach Road, Level B1M JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach, S(189763)

TEL: 6818 1914

jwmarriottsingapore.com

The genteel aura of the restaurant includes colourful artwork by celebrity chef Akira Back’s mother. This is “where culinary creations blend modern Japanese cuisine with Korean accents and influences from around the world”. Creative dishes are designed for sharing. Yukhoe features finely-chopped marinated raw beef ensconced in thin rounds of crisp, juicy Japanese pear, with sesame oil asserting its gentle earthy tone. AB tacos highlight crisp, thin taro shells holding well-marbled Wagyu. Holy Cow is recommended for its explosion of palate sensations, being at once tender, crisp, sweet and spicy. This hand-roll embraces shrimp tempura and sliced Wagyu dressed with kimchi peach emulsion, for a memorable, lingering, taste. Dessert includes pecan tart with roasted apricot and rich caramel sauce.

The Akira Back private label covers sake served by bottle and glass. The sake sommelier’s suggestion proved fragrant, light and easy to appreciate. Well-versed staff add to the innovative dining experience.