Chef Zama Tanaka recently introduced a new tasting menu at Zama, his eponymous modern Japanese restaurant located at 128 South 19th Street, Philadelphia. The seasonal tasting menu is available daily and offers patrons seven unique courses…
First Course – Toro Two Ways: Toro Tataki with Red-Yuzu Pepper and Sesame Ponzu… Toro Tartar with Truffle Ponzu and Kizami Wasabi
Second Course – Ceviche and Crudo Sampler: Scallop Ceviche with Konbu Jelly and Yuzu… Bluefin Crudo with Takesumi Salt and Apple… Bronzino Crudo with Togarashi Salt and Hazelnut Oil
Third Course – Omakase Sashimi Black Belt: Chef’s selection of seven Sashimi with Fresh Wasabi
Fourth Course – Alaska King Crab Oshizushi: Tossed with Crispy Shallots, Scallion and Masago Mayo over Shushi Rice with Soy Butter
Fifth Course – Surf and Turf: Darling Downs Wagyu with J-1 Steak Sauce and Celery Root Purée… Butter-Poached Hokkaido Scallop with Yuzu Beurre Blanc
Sixth Course – Zama Chirashi: Mini Version of Zama Chirashi
Seventh Course – SST: Spicy Shrimp Tempura, Eel, Truffle Eel Glaze
Dessert – Choice from Pastry Chef Judy Bravo’s Menu of Mini Desserts (three per order): Banana Spring Roll… Mochi of the Day… Fluffernutter Dumplings… Apple Crisp with Oat Topping… Chestnut Mont Blanc with Chocolate Truffle… Yuzu Crème Brûlée… Tofu Beignets… Bitter Chocolate Mousse with Sea Salt
The cost of the new chef’s tasting menu is $100.00 per person (plus beverages, tax & gratuity. For more information, or to make reservations, please call (215) 568-1027.
Bon Appétit!
TAD
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