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World Gaming’s culinary expert The Panda gives some insight into one of Crown Melbourne’s hottest and most fashionable dining venues. Robert De Niro is my partner and he trusts my cooking. We do not discuss food, but we talk about the business. nce I am one furry bear that loves choice. I don’t mind if it’s a great sandwich or black caviar as long as it’s of the best quality. I want to feed my ravenous hunger on food that I crave, when I crave it. Crown gives me this choice. Great steaks and French, Italian and Asian cuisine are just a few of the fantastic dining options available, and Crown always has something new and exciting to offer. Asian food is probably my favorite, from a steaming hot bowl of noodles all the way up to silver service dining. I am often seen at one of my favorite Japanese teppanyaki restarants, Koko, and Silks does fantastic contemporary Chinese. The most internationally famous of all Crown’s dining outlets must be Nobu. Dining here is an experience that should be on top of everyone’s list. Contemporary Japanese fusion is about as close as I can come to describing Nobu, but even then I am not doing it justice. I am not usually a fan of restaurant chains, but the fact that Nobu has managed to maintain its high standard across 26 restaurants worldwide is quite remarkable. Each and every individually renowned establishment continues to impress food critics around the globe. The breathtaking interior design, which boasts decadent décor in dark and warm colors offers the perfect surrounding to match the cuisine. The helpful staff, innovative bar and extensive wine list further adds to the Nobu experience. If you are into stargazing then Nobu won’t disappoint as a host of international and local celebrities enjoy being wined and dined at one of Melbourne’s hottest “places to be”. It has been a while since I last dined at Nobu and I have never had the pleasure of meeting Chef Nobu in person. I called some of my fellow “foodies” at Crown and asked if they could get me an interview with Chef Nobu, and to my surprise they already had an interview on hand, so let’s hear from the great man himself: You started out working in a sushi restaurant in Tokyo, and then by chance a customer offered you the opportunity to work and live in Lima, Peru. Did you ever think this invitation would amount to all of the success your restaurants now have? Chef Nobu: When I was in Tokyo, I wasn’t expecting to be able to work in foreign countries, but I always had a dream to go to other countries to live. How influential was your relationship with Robert De Niro in helping get your first Nobu restaurant off the ground? Chef Nobu: Robert De Niro is my partner and he trusts my cooking. We do not discuss food, but we talk about the business. We go out for a drink sometimes. Nobu New York was my first Nobu restaurant, and I couldn’t have opened it without his support. #18 WSOP 2012 SPECIAL ISSUE 35
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