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Chef of the Villa Aida restaurant in Japan
In the heart of Wakayama Prefecture, chef Kanji Kobayashi draws inspiration from the majestic landscapes surrounding his restaurant, Villa Aida: lush green hills, mountains, the shimmering sea, and river. Deeply rooted in its local terroir, his bold cuisine is a true reflection of this exceptional environment.
Welcoming only one group per day, Villa Aida earned its second Michelin star and a Green Star in 2021. Since 2022, the restaurant has been featured on the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list, reaching the 14th spot in 2023.
"To cherish the climate and reveal the beauty of each moment through the changing seasons. We believe that honoring the ancient Japanese culture of enjoying ingredients at their precise seasonal peak is a true source of joy—and a reflection of a rich, harmonious life."
Each year, chef Kobayashi and his wife cultivate nearly 300 varieties of vegetables and herbs in their garden, located just steps from the restaurant. Harvested the very same day, these ingredients are thoughtfully paired with local seafood, poultry, and game, embodying the true spirit of farm-to-table dining. For over 25 years, Villa Aida has championed this authentic, ingredient-driven approach, securing its place among the leading names in fine gastronomy.
Experience the purest expression of Pinot Noir with La Grande Dame 2018, a celebration of Madame Clicquot's unique vision, drive and audacity.
Its deep and precise style is characterized by subtle finesse and freshness, expressed through its salinity. Intense aromas emerge through a delicate scent of citrus - lemon, lime, yuzu - blended with white fruit, enhanced by spring and floral notes.
Located in Wakayama Prefecture, nestled between the sea and mountains and crossed by a scenic river, the fine dining restaurant villa aida stands out for its bold and creative use of vegetables at the heart of its cuisine.
Inspired by Madame Clicquot’s audacious spirit, Garden Gastronomy, born in 2021, is an initiative that brings together a community of Michelin-starred chefs from around the world, creating bespoke food and champagne pairings specially imagined for La Grande Dame.
This approach invites a rediscovery of taste through a truly authentic culinary experience. The chefs’ creativity is expressed through the celebration of garden-grown ingredients—freshly harvested fruits and vegetables—echoing those cultivated in the Maison’s emblematic kitchen garden at the Manoir de Verzy.
