INTOUCH Magazine

East Side Story

As the Club prepares to open a new third-floor restaurant this month, chef Francesco “Paco” La Monica offers a taster of the 51 East menu.

Tokyo has around 20,000 Italian restaurants, with 43 of them listed in the world-famous Michelin Guide.

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Italian with a Twist

As he prepares to lead the Club’s newest dining spot, chef Francesco “Paco” la Monica shares his philosophy for blending tradition with modern flair.

Preparations are in full swing for a spring of inspired Italian flavors as the Club unveils its newest restaurant, 51 East.

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Tasty Tweaks

Based on Member feedback, the Club is rolling out an enticing slate of upgrades for diners.

The annual membership survey, conducted each September, allows Members to offer feedback that helps the Club craft an experience that exceeds expectations.

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Cooking Outside the Box

Members share why the bimonthly Nihonbashi Chef’s Table dinner more than satisfies.

"As long as they focus on the theme, I let them create.”

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Fresh Flavors

Unveiled at the end of last month, the new Traders’ Bar menu is set to win hearts and taste buds.

All eyes might be on Japan’s frothy masses of cherry blossoms this month, but there’s nothing fleeting about Traders’ Bar’s newly launched menu of mouthwatering dishes.

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Soul Kitchen

The Nihonbashi Club’s head chef explains why creativity is a key ingredient in every dish.

"Sometimes, boom, a new dish works,” says Yasuharu Nakajima. “Sometimes, we’ll modify it two or three times, add some acid or a fresh, new ingredient. The more we collaborate, the better the result.”