This year's string of accolades hasn't affected the modesty of chef Yoshihiro Narisawa. After earning a star in the 2009 Michelin Guide, Les Creations de Narisawa debuted at no. 20 on San Pellegrino's list of best restaurants in the world. Selected by fellow chefs as well as food critics and other experts, Les Creations was the only restaurant from Japan to rank among the top 50.
After a recent meal at Les Creations, Narisawa appeared suddenly beside our table, having approached in catlike silence. Standing with his hands clasped behind his back, he had close-cut auburn hair and wore an immaculate white chef's jacket over his black pants.
"Did you enjoy?" he asked.