Okitama Basin Food Workshop: "Connecting with the World through Small Efforts" 【villa aida × Jungsik Food Workshop】 Theme: "Is it worthless?" Captivating the world with what seems 'worthless.'

This is a rare one-day experience where you can enjoy two Michelin-starred chefs' cuisine and passion for food.

Kobayashi Kanji
Owner and head chef of villa aida (two Michelin stars, Green Star), which is ranked 35th in Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2024, and ranked Number 1 in Japan on the We're Smart World Best Vegetables Restaurants list, among other accolades.

Yim Jungsik
Owner and head chef of Jungsik (two Michelin stars) in Seoul, Korea, and Jungsik New York (two Michelin stars) in New York, USA.

Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024

⚫︎Part 1: Conversation (Dialogue Session)
14:30 - 15:30 (doors open at 14:00)
Enjoy finger food and drinks (including alcohol) from villa aida, Jungsik, and Pas Mal (Yamagata City)

⚫︎Part 2: Culinary Session (Kobayashi Kanji x Yim Jungsik 4-Hands Dinner)
Starting at 17:30 or 20:00
*Pairing drinks will be prepared by Kobayashi Yumi, villa aida's sommelier.
*Please choose from the following pairing options: alcoholic, non-alcoholic, or mixed.

⚫︎Part 3: Social Gathering (Get-Together)
From 10:00 PM until late into the night
Savor snacks and drinks (primarily alcoholic, with non-alcoholic options available) from villa aida, Jungsik, and Pas Mal (Yamagata City).
Venue: Yamagata-za Takinami