Chef Train
Kunihiko Aikasa, Shumi Leonia
The work of "Chef Ike" is legend and second to none in the Garden State, a decades-long reign in sushi that's educated those looking to follow his all-pro lead or simply become better-informed diners. His selection to TPW's chefs-pick-chefs society of top toques by Craig Polignano of Juniper Hill Restaurant and Bar is heartfelt recognition of "the way he inspires" and how he "puts magic on the plate." Andy sits at Chef Ike's counter to listen to his story.
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SHUMI LEONIA, 354 Broad Avenue, Leonia. 201-272-6577. Website: www.shumiomakase.com. Email: shumileonia@gmail.com. Follow on Facebook and on Instagram. P.S. After dining at the hands of Chef Ike at Shumi Leonia, Ayumi Temlock told one of her sons, “I have had the best sushi in America.”
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Chef Train appears the last Saturday of every month. Last month’s honoree selects this month’s honoree who in turn chooses next month’s honoree. And so on down the line.