Discover the rich world of sake, Japan's iconic rice wine, by exploring its varieties, brewing techniques, and tasting notes.

Sake's delicate flavors, from light and fruity to rich and earthy, pair beautifully with Japanese cuisine, enhancing the taste of dishes like sushi, sashimi, tempura, and grilled meats.

The key to a perfect pairing lies in balancing the sake's profile with the food's texture and seasoning, allowing each element to elevate the other. Embark on a culinary journey to deepen your understanding of sake and savor the harmonious fusion of flavors in authentic Japanese dishes.

Hakushika and Hakutsuru sakes, known for their smooth, balanced flavors, pair beautifully with Asian delicacies. Hakushika’s crisp profile complements sushi, enhancing its delicate fish flavors, while Hakutsuru's slightly sweet notes elevate the savory richness of dumplings, creating a harmonious culinary experience with each sip and bite.

The evening begins with an introduction to the sake sommelier, followed by a discussion on the origins of sake. Guests will explore sake pairings and enjoy tasting sake cocktails. The night concludes with a dessert pairing, complemented by warm sake, offering a perfect, comforting finish to the experience.

Ankur Chawla is currently a passionate Entrepreneur, a much awarded Sommelier/Beverage expert well covered by media.

He is one of the Taj 26/11 attacks survivor and has Authored a best-selling book “14 Hours” as well. He has been a regular contributor in writing articles etc. in various magazines and newspapers and digital forums focusing on Beverages.

Achievements:

– “Ambassador of the Year” Gold, in Beverage industry Spritiz Achievers awards 2020.

– “Sommelier / Beverage Manager of the Year”: Del Wine Awards, 2016, New Delhi: Award

– “Sommelier of the Year”: Top Chef Awards, Season Three, 2016, New Delhi:

– “Entrepreneur in F&B 2018”, International Food and Tourism Conference and Awards 2018

– Assisted in beverage events like “Spiritz Convention & awards, Delwine awards etc.” and moderator for numerous Beverage sessions.

– Ex member of “Marriott Asia Pacific Beverage Advisory Board”

– Speaker at various forums including TEDx, Josh Talks etc.

– Oceania Baron’s Table at the Hong Kong International Wine and Spirits Fair, Asia: Sole Speaker from India

He is the Co-founder of Scope Bev & Responsible Whatr.