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PREFERRED CARD A CELEBRATION OF JAPANESE CULTURE & FINE CUISINE 1 - 31 MAY 2017 Gourmet Japan returns for its sixth edition, bringing discerning diners the best of Japanese culinary arts as well as featuring culinary talents and produce from the Land of the Rising Sun. The month-long festivities showcase special menus by international guest chefs; exclusive dining experiences complemented with fine Japanese whiskies and wines; bespoke cocktails at leading bars. Embark on an epicurean adventure for sophisticated diners with an appetite for nothing but the best! Mastercard® cardholders enjoy exclusive privileges. 2 3 ALL THINGS ALL-STAR INDULGENCE creations from the visionary, imbued with Experience with Shinji by Kanesaka ’ on 25 OISHI! refined craft, art and soul and complemented May at The St. Regis Singapore, Presidential Two highly-anticipated dinners see international guest chefs livening up gourmands’ expectations. by Hakushu whiskies. Suite will exemplify exceptional dining in On 3 May, ‘The Cuisine of Celebrity Chef Hal wonderful opulence. Hosting the dinner will be are looking to extend their Ms. Grace Tan, Director of ToTT, noted, “‘ToTT Yamashita with the wines of Errazuriz’ sees the ‘The Limited Edition Suntory Whisky Dinner’ Suntory Whisky Global Brand Ambassador Mike enjoyment of Japanese Store is a kitchen wonderland with two acclaimed chef create the wonder of ‘Jap-Jap’, on 24 May at Ki-sho will highlight Chef Kazuhiro Miyamoto. The Yamazaki Sherry Cask 2016 will cuisine beyond the shores locations, ToTT @ Dunearn and ToTT @ Suntec, sublime flavours emanating from everyday and Hamamoto’s culinary prowess in Kaiseki and be served alongside the Hibiki 17 Years Old, the of home. According which boast fully-equipped cooking studios premium ingredients while 27 May at Me@OUE Sushi. The exquisite fare will be paired with Hibiki 21 Years Old, the Hakushu 25 Years Old to the findings from and carries exclusive cooking, baking and showcases ‘A Four Hands Dinner featuring Iron hard-to-come-by whiskies such as Hibiki Deep and the Yamazaki 25 Years Old. The night’s Mastercard’s latest survey hosting-related merchandise. Shoppers can Chef Hiroyuki Sakai and Celebrity Chef Chen Harmony, The Yamazaki 2014, The Yamazaki exquisite fare is in placed in the safe hands of on Consumer Purchasing also shop online at www.ToTTStore.com for Kentaro ’ where delectable cuisine by the 1984 and Hakushu Sherry Cask 2012. Master Chef Koichiro Oshino, making his way Priorities, Singaporeans quality products such as Cuisinart appliances, duo will be paired with Suntory’s portfolio of over from Shinji by Kanesaka at Carlton Hotel. are flocking to Japan with Jamie Oliver tableware, Magisso kitchen tools, beverages. Tokyo as number 1 on the and Nordic Ware bakeware. We look to aspire INVENTION GALORE Beef lovers can look to ‘A Wagyu Kaiseki Dinner list of destinations in Asia people to cook, bake and host and for the fifth CASUAL & CAPTIVATING with the wines of Elderton’ at Ushidoki Wagyu An ‘Evening Soiree with The Chita Whisky’ on Pacific they’d most like to visit, year running, Gourmet Japan offers workshops WHISKY SUPREME Kaiseki on 16 May to satisfy their cravings. 11 May at Bar on 5, Mandarin Orchard Singapore with dining out high on the list of at ToTT @ Dunearn conducted by established Whisky lovers can expect events featuring Suntory whiskies, including rare productions, lets you enjoy a scrumptious spread of dishes Gourmet Japan returns for its sixth edition priorities when they travel. To support this Japanese chefs in Singapore. We have seen the Look forward to delicious creations from Chef complementing exquisite fare to dazzling effect. with The Chita Whisky. from 1 to 31 May, whetting appetites with growth, Mastercard developed the ‘Destination increased level of interest year on year and we Yoshiyuki Kashiwabara, as he unites taste, Japan’ program which brings together dining are definitely pleased to be part of Gourmet Japanese gastronomy of meticulous detail texture and presentation at ‘The Art of Kaiseki Yakitori lovers will savour authentic grilled experiences for Mastercard cardholders Japan once again. Through these workshops, Enjoy seasonal seafood flown in from Tokyo’s and unmistakable refinement. Enjoy a host with the wines from Tomi no Oka’ on 17 May at favourites at ‘Honda Presents Suntory The travelling to Japan. we hope to continue to inspire the recreation Tsukiji market at ‘Traditional Edomae Sushi of exclusive dinners, casual dining and learn Kaiseki Yoshiyuki. Premium Malt’s Dinner’ on 23 May at Shirokane how to whip up delectable recipes at culinary of culinary masterpieces at home.” Dinner featuring Yamazaki Whiskies’ on 2 May at two Michelin-starred Shoukouwa where Tori-tama, paired with Suntory The Premium workshops! To compliment this program, we are very With the freshest catch direct from Japan and pristine flavours will be paired with Yamazaki Malt’s to keep the good times flowing. excited to be partnering with Sphere Exhibits Honda, manufacturers of innovative and quality premium beef cuts, ‘Modern Japanese Dining for this year’s Gourmet Japan to give Mastercard cars, is once again the official car partner. Mr whiskies. Organised by Sphere Exhibits, a wholly-owned with the wines of Villa Maria’ on 18 May at Last but not least, Man Man Unagi Restaurant cardholders another Priceless Singapore dining Nicholas Wong, General Manager of Kah subsidiary of Singapore Press Holdings (SPH), Takujo Japanese Dining will delight palates with will host ‘An Unagi Indulgence with Suntory experience with the opportunity to immerse Motor Co. Sdn. Bhd. said, “Honda is proud to Most recently awarded Silver at Asian Masters and Presenting Partner Mastercard Asia/ delectable dishes paired with five superb wines The Premium Malt’s’ on 30 May with its first and indulge themselves in Japan’s most be the Official Car Partner for Gourmet Japan ‘The Straits Times and Lianhe Zaobao Best Asian Pacific Pte Ltd, experience refined flavours with from Villa Maria. seating at 6pm and second seating at 8.30pm. beverages such as whiskies, wines and even tea. popular food experiences at home.” shared for the fifth year running. Over the past four Restaurants Awards’, Hashida Sushi Singapore Ms Deborah Goldingham, Head of Marketing, years, Gourmet Japan showcases exquisite on 5 May hosts ‘An Omakase Experience with Savour Omakase-style dining and Japanese- There is definitely something for everyone! Ms Elaine Chia, Managing Director of Sphere South East Asia of Mastercard Asia/Pacific Pte and quality Japanese culinary similar to Hibiki’. Leave it to Chef Kenjiro ‘Hatch’ Hashida inspired Tapas at the ‘Six Hands Cocktail Dinner’ Exhibits, shared: “Heartened by the success Ltd. Honda’s values and dedication to delivering to bestow savoury pleasures paired with Hibiki at The Flying Squirrel (Private Works) on 9 May our utmost in terms of products and services to whiskies. of our gourmet festivals, we look forward to where delectable flavours will be energised by a Reservations and ticket purchases can be our loyal and new Honda customers. Honda’s fiesta of bespoke cocktails. presenting more events with greater finesse made via www.gourmet-japan.com or through COLLABORATIONS GALORE participation in Gourmet Japan relates back ‘Hakushu presents The Flavours of Tokyo’ at and sophistication to discerning diners locally the hotline (65) 6319 4038 . Mastercard® Official Spirits Partner Beam Suntory needs no to its Japanese origins offering distinctive Shinji by Kanesaka on 31 May sees Chef Koichiro and regionally. We are definitely excited to bring cardholders enjoy 20% off all Gourmet Japan introduction, producing a dynamic portfolio synergy of both the new and old. I am happy to Oshio present what he considers a holistic sushi EXCEPTIONAL ELEGANCE back the sixth edition of Gourmet Japan in 2017 events and Mixology Japan cocktail promotions. and have worked extensively with our partners of fine beverages allowing Gourmet Japan to share this wonderful experience with our new experience of cuisine and culture. Enjoy amazing ‘An Exclusive High Expression Suntory Whisky to bring the best gastronomic experiences provide hoslitic dining experiences. and existing customers by collaborating with combining fine Japanese cuisine with exquisite Gourmet Japan to host a series of exquisite beverages such as whiskies, wines and more. “For the sixth year in a row, Beam Suntory is events for our customers. In appreciation of We are pleased to partner with Mastercard for proud to collaborate with Gourmet Japan to our Honda customers, we will be inviting some the very first time for Gourmet Japan and we bring the best of Japanese dining to Singapore. of our lucky customers to our sponsored event. strongly believe that Mastercard’s well-defined We have an unrivalled presentation of high We look forward to seeing everyone there too. spectrum of local and regional cardholders will expression whiskies including the world- definitely enjoy this gastronomical offering.” renowned Yamazaki Sherry Cask 2016, our For the very first time, Gourmet Japan is award-winning aged range of Hibiki, Yamazaki delighted to partner with The 1872 Clipper Tea “With Japan escalating as one of the world’s and Hakushu whiskies, as well as Suntory’s first Co. where exquisite tea blends will be served at most revered dining destinations, Japanese single grain whisky, the Chita. The experience various dinners. cuisine enjoys a special place in the hearts and in store for all our guests will be