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NéMo

No. 10

Exploring Umami in French Cuisine

NéMo

Modern French (Minami Aoyama)

Contents

1 ｜ Exploring Umami in French Cuisine
2 ｜ Forget Your Cares and Enjoy Our Delicious Food
3 ｜ "ROCOCO is Made with Sincerity and Care"

Exploring Umami in French Cuisine

NéMo is a distinguished modern French restaurant located in the stylish neighborhood of Minami Aoyama in Tokyo. Chef and proprietor Nemoto has built his reputation on his masterful exploration of umami—the fifth taste—in French cuisine. Drawing on the rich tradition of Japanese culinary philosophy, Chef Nemoto incorporates umami-rich ingredients and techniques into his French cooking, creating dishes that are deeply satisfying and complex. NéMo's menu changes with the seasons, reflecting Chef Nemoto's commitment to using the finest seasonal ingredients available. The restaurant has become a destination for food lovers who appreciate the unique harmony of French technique and Japanese flavor sensibility.

Forget Your Cares and Enjoy Our Delicious Food

At NéMo, Chef Nemoto wants every guest to leave their cares at the door and simply enjoy the pleasure of delicious food. "Life is too short to eat mediocre food," he says with a smile. "I want every guest who comes to NéMo to have an experience that lifts their spirits and nourishes their soul." This philosophy is reflected in the warm, welcoming atmosphere of the restaurant and in the thoughtful, carefully crafted dishes that Chef Nemoto prepares for his guests. Whether it's a quiet dinner for two or a celebration with friends, NéMo offers a dining experience that is both memorable and deeply satisfying.

"ROCOCO is Made with Sincerity and Care"

"ROCOCO is made with the same sincerity and care that we bring to every dish at NéMo," says Chef Nemoto. "You can taste the commitment to quality in every sip." Chef Nemoto was immediately drawn to ROCOCO's honest, straightforward flavor profile—a refreshing contrast to the complex, overpowering beers that he had previously encountered. "ROCOCO has a purity and simplicity that I deeply admire," he says. "It is the kind of beverage that makes you feel good from the first sip to the last." Chef Nemoto now recommends ROCOCO to his guests as the ideal aperitif to begin their NéMo experience.

INFORMATION

NéMo

B1F, 6-15-4 Minami Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
TEL : 03-5962-6085
@restaurantnemo_tokyo

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