Guest Chef Walter Ishizuka Debuts at Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur (21-25 Nov 2018)

Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur is delighted to welcome the acclaimed French Chef Walter Ishizuka for an exclusive gastronomy promotion, showcasing his creative cuisine for the very first time in the city of Kuala Lumpur from 21 to 25 November 2018 at the award-winning PRIME.

With a Japanese-French lineage, Chef Walter Ishizuka first trained in his hometown of Lyon in France. Here, he had the privilege of working at Lyon’s famous 3-Michelin starred restaurant owned by none other than the Master of French cuisine: the late Paul Bocuse; whom Walter considers the Pope of the French cuisine. It was through this stint which sparked Chef Walter Ishizuka’s interest in the art of French cooking. Chef Walter Ishizuka has cited Paul Bocuse as a mentor who taught him everything he knew about cooking.

Chef Walter Ishizuka then spent three and a half years at Hotel Ritz’s 2-Michelin starred restaurant L’Espadon in Paris. During this time, he had the opportunity to work closely with Executive Chef Michel Roth, whom he travelled the world with to represent French cuisine, and eventually became part of the team which earned the restaurant’s second Michelin star. He has also helmed the kitchen at Brasserie Joel since 2011, where he was awarded by 2 AA Rosette guide for culinary excellence.

At his own venture My Cuisine UK, Chef Walter Ishizuka and his team creates and deliver memorable fine dining experiences to guests on any occasions by bringing the sophistication, comfort and confidence typically associated with fine restaurants to the realm of in-home dining and outside catering.

With menus blending classic French fare with a delicate approach to flavour and texture derived from his Japanese heritage, Chef Walter Ishizuka’s dishes feature bold, simple flavours cooked using only the finest ingredients.

From 21 to 25 November, guests will be able to experience Chef Walter Ishizuka's unique cuisine at the award-winning PRIME. During dinner, he will be presenting his signature dishes through a 7-course promotional menu, priced at RM 500nett per person (without wine pairing) and RM 650nett per person (with wine pairing). 

Start your meal with the smooth Cauliflower veloute with roasted almonds and lobster oil, paired with a crisp Santa Margherita Rose 2017 followed by the Mushrooms and truffle vol au vent with the Pascal Jolivet Attitude Sauvignon Blanc 2017. 

A beautifully made red tortellini filled with crab sits on a mango Chardonnay and garlic emulsion, for a subtle burst of flavours. 

One of our favorite dishes of the evening was this delicate salmon in miso, served with a lime infusion, baby artichoke and beetroot gnocchi. We particularly enjoyed the Pascal Jolivet Puilly Fume pairing with this dish.

Beautifully pink, the duck fillet was cooked to perfection and is complemented by truffle soft polenta, blackcurrant poached pear and a fruity, full-bodied glass of Pascal Jolivet Sancerre Rouge "Sauvage" 2012.

French cheese platter and figs chutney with Carmes De Rieussec 2013

We loved the sublime Yuzu and Lemon Tart, not only beautiful in appearance, it was absolutely spot on with the flavours and textures. 

Thanks for a lovely meal Chef Walter!

The 7-course Menu

There will also be a 4-course dinner menu, priced at RM380 nett per person (with wine pairing) and RM300 nett per person (without wine pairing). Alternatively, a 2 or 3-course set lunch menu will be available only from 21 to 23 November 2018, and is priced at RM 88 (2-course) and RM 108 nett per person (3-course).

4-course dinner menu

Lunch menu

To discover more, call Dining Reservations at +603 2263 7434, e-mail dining.lmkl@lemeridien.com or visit www.lemeridienkualalumpur.com.

Location: Prime Restaurant, Level 5, Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur, 2 Jalan Stesen Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.



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