Reminiscence

Masaki Kuzahara’s approach to dining curation is anything but straightforward. His is the approach of an artist-philosopher — heavily conceptual and loaded with lofty ideas. Hence the four enigmatic phases of Reminiscence’s set menu, focused on the concept of memory: Resonance, Solace, Memory, and Recollection. Upon visiting the restaurant, you’ll discover that this isn’t just some pointless mystification — the experience here really is one to be remembered for years to come. Only eight parties of diners are allowed to enter each evening, giving it a feeling of exclusivity. The dishes on offer display the chef’s seemingly limitless creativity, and mastery of French cuisine and local flavors. The eel is his signature dish, for which he sought out special training at another well-regarded restaurant in the city. The whitewashed walls and bright lights provide an atmosphere of clarity, with the kitchen kept away from the main dining room to preserve this peace.