• ARMANI / RISTORANTE is pleased to announce a special collaboration dinner featuring Chef Antimo Maria Merone the Chef / Founder of One MICHELIN-starred ESTRO from Hong Kong, on November 1st (Friday) and 2nd (Saturday). Chef Antimo Maria Melone hails from Naples, just like Carmine Amarante, the Executive Chef of ARMANI / RISTORANTE. After honing his skills at renowned establishments in Berlin, Parma, Hong Kong and Macau, he has been the Chef / Founder of ESTRO since Sept 2021.

    The name ESTRO, which means “inspiration” in Italian, reflects the essence of the tasting menu crafted by Chef Merone, drawing inspiration from the traditional dishes of his hometown, Naples. His creations are a delightful blend of rich childhood memories, history, and culture, infused with the sensibilities he has cultivated both in Italy and abroad, including Hong Kong. This unique culinary experience can only be savored at ESTRO.

    At ARMANI / RISTORANTE, traditional Italian regional cuisine is expressed through the lens of Chef Amarante, offering dishes that are beautifully modern while distinctly highlighting the natural flavors of the ingredients. This approach is rooted in the trust and communication that Chef Amarante has built through actively visiting producers. By deepening his understanding of Japanese ingredients, he is able to authentically convey the essence of “Italian terroir” in the heart of Tokyo.

    With both chefs hailing from Naples, their shared “sense of empathy” and the “originality” gained from their diverse experiences abroad come together to create a unique interpretation of Italian cuisine. Chef Merone’s specialty, “Bottoni Pasta” (button-shaped pasta reminiscent of ravioli), will feature a special combination made with Japanese ingredients.

    Don’t miss this exclusive two-night collaboration, where the sensibilities of Antimo Maria Merone from ESTRO and Carmine Amarante from ARMANI / RISTORANTE intersect in Tokyo!

    ARMANI / RISTORANTE × ESTRO Collaboration Dinner

    Event Date: November 1st (Friday) and 2nd (Saturday), 2024
    Time: 18:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30
    Price: Dinner with pairing – ¥50,000 (tax and service charge included)
    Location: ARMANI / RISTORANTE
    10th & 11th Floors, Armani Ginza Tower, 5-5-4 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
    TEL: 03-6274-7005 Reservations are accepted by phone only.

    Official website：https://www.armani.com/ja-jp/experience/armani-restaurant/armani-ristorante-tokyo-ginza