Chef Kiyoaki Deki, Japanese Cuisine Technical Director, has received the Award of Excellence in Craftsmanship from the City of Tokyo (Tokyo Meister); the awards ceremony was held at the Tokyo Government Office on November 9th. This award honours Chef Deki for his experience and achievements as a Japanese Cuisine Chef over many years, as well as for his contributions in challenging and renewing the arts of Japanese Cuisine, particularly in the field of “smoking”. This title also acknowledges his commitment to promoting Japanese Cuisine over the world and passing on his knowledge, both in Japan and overseas. Currently teaching the many foreign students coming to Le Cordon Bleu to learn Japanese Cuisine, Chef Deki stated: “Their genuine interest in Japanese Cuisine and their dedication to learn may go beyond that of the young Japanese today. I myself, still have lots to learn.” Fuelled by the public recognition that represents the title of “Tokyo Meister”, the resolution of Chef Deki is stronger than ever: “It gives me great joy to see the growth of the students that I am teaching. Hereafter, with this occasion, I would like to put in more effort into training the next generation.”
About the Award of Excellence in Craftsmanship from the City of Tokyo (Tokyo Meister)
This award honours craftsmen, working within the Tokyo Metropolitan Area, who have demonstrated outstanding skills in their fields and are regarded as role models. With the objectives to nurture as well as to improve the social status and technical standards of craftsman, since its establishment in 1983, the title of Tokyo Meister has been awarded every year to skilled craftsmen from various fields.
2018/11/20
Simple and gourmet! This Hazelnut Chocolate Snack Tart is easy to make with very little equipment in the safety of your home and is as delicious as it looks.
Mary George dreams of becoming one of the best pastry chefs in the world, and she is well on her way! Winning gold at WorldSkills Australia, she joined ...
Book a personalised video consultation and have all your questions answered from the comfort of your own home!
In difficult times, we cannot forget who most needs our help. With that in mind, Le Cordon Bleu Rio de Janeiro joined forces to form a chain of good. We ...
A variation on the classic ratatouille recipe, this elegantly presented dish from Provence is sure to impress guests at a dinner party.
In 2019, Chef Rakesh performed a guest demonstration at the Le Cordon Bleu London Summer Festival. He demonstrated the kind of innovative and modern Indian ...
These cheese soufflés are simple to make – it’s the large soufflés that are most tricky because it is difficult to judge whether they are cooked or not. – so ...
Whip up this quick and easy classic which is also often used as a test of a true chef. A traditional French rolled omelette has no colour - meaning no hint of ...
Le Cordon Bleu alumnus, restaurateur Hyunwoo Kang (Partner, Plus 82) took to the streets armed with 20 take away meals from his restaurant as a gift for those ...
Copyright © 2025 Le Cordon Bleu International B.V. All Rights Reserved.
