Culinary Journeys
In a city famed for its diverse culinary landscape, Aman New York adds even more depth and lustre to the scene with its exquisite restaurants. Gourmet fans are invited to savour seasonal Italian fare at Arva and traditional Japanese washoku cuisine at Nama. Now, via new Culinary Journeys, partake in unique experiences offering insight into how each delectable dish is artfully created.
Aman New York, USA – Accommodation, Aman Suite, Dining area
Bringing new meaning to the phrase ‘farm-to-table’, join Arva’s Executive Chef, Dario Ossola, for an Italian dining experience that begins at the market and ends with a personalised feast. Visit non-profit, GrowNYC’s Union Square Greenmarket – a famed, year-round farmer’s market in one the city’s great public spaces – to select just-picked fruit and vegetables, as well as heritage meats and award-winning farmstead cheeses, maple syrup and more, before returning to the hotel where Chef Ossola will personally prepare a meal using these chosen ingredients. For a hands-on experience, Chef Ossola embraces his Venetian heritage with a Pasta Masterclass at Arva using his own family recipes. Learn to make fresh, egg pasta with a choice of Italian sauces, before enjoying the creation for dinner.
Exclusive Journeys for 2023, Aman New York’s new experiences uncover exciting facets of the captivating metropolitan surroundings from private gallery viewings and neighbourhood tours to fashion photography workshops and culinary masterclasses. With a concierge team dedicated to enhancing every stay, cherished memories are found along the way with activities outside and within the tranquil confines of Aman New York.
Nama’s Sushi Masterclass with Chef Takuma Yonemaru follows a similar format, first introducing the freshest seasonal ingredients then sharing the age-old techniques used to create each sushi masterpiece – later savoured with complimentary Japanese appetisers at Nama’s traditional Hinoki wood counter. Another new offering at Nama is a lesson in the art of fish butchery with the sushi master followed by indulging in freshly prepared nigiri and sashimi.
Aman New York’s Cookie Masterclass is perfect for those with a sweet tooth and celebrates the joy of baking with Executive Pastry Chef, Jasmina Bojic. Join the prolific chef as she shares her baking secrets including her decorating tips, before settling into a decadent afternoon tea.