庭木 The essence of Japan is brought to life at THE NIWAKI, the ultimate Japanese destination in Monte-Carlo, where Chefs’ passion for the finest ingredients, exquisite flavor combinations and tasteful plates presentation, come together in an exclusive environment.
The Chefs present a unique cuisine sublimating the great classics, with mouth-watering dishes to discover. Other than the main kitchen, the taste of THE NIWAKI comes also from the Sushi counter. Seated in front of the Sushi Master, indulge yourself in an authentic and vibrant Japanese atmosphere. This live cooking experience will make you discover one of the very best culinary excellence, paired with uniquely personalized service.
Corporate Chef, Shahar Dahan
The Corporate Chef Shahar hails from Israel, but it is in the United States of America that he developed his savoir-faire. In 1999, his career takes a start within the top international restaurants and makes him discover the world of contemporary new-styled Japanese cuisine. A few years later, his career led him to the most exclusive dining places in Monaco. ” I had never eaten sushi in my life ” he said once. We can now relate that this time is over. Chef Shahar, remaining true to the quintessence of the Japanese cuisine, will sublimate your culinary experience at THE NIWAKI, ultimate Japanese destination in Monte-Carlo.
Executive Sushi Chef, Wagner Spadacio
Born in Brazil, home to the largest Japanese community in the world, Chef Wagner discovered the Nippon universe from an early age. Educated in a Japanese school, he tasted his first sushi at the age of 6!A few years later, he moved to Paris where he joined a Japanese gastronomy school. Nominated French Champion (2017) and Vice-World champion of sushi (2018), his career led him to different places such as London, Ryadh, Saint Barth, and Monaco. Today, this master of tastes, flavors and preparation techniques is the Executive Sushi Chef of THE NIWAKI restaurant, offering his guests a fascinating gustatory journey to the land of the rising sun.
Head Chef, Nicolas Largillet
Chef Nicolas, a cook at heart. It was at the very beginning of his career, during a front of house team experience which ultimately turned out to be brief, that the Chef realized that his place, his passion, was in the kitchen. His journey then takes another turn; trained in renowned gastronomic houses, he flew to Canada then to the four corners of France where he perfected his know-how. But it was especially during an experience in the city of Hiroshima in Japan that he immediately fell in love with Japanese cuisine. Now Chef of THE NIWAKI restaurant since its opening, Nicolas, both down to earth and creative, has created a culinary imprint specific to the restaurant thanks to his passion for the best ingredients, flavor combinations and his taste for presentation of plates.