Overview

• Head chef and trainer; advocate for Japanese cuisine and culture in Estonia.
• 17+ years of teaching experience, 450 workshops/trainings.
• Known as a fun and clear instructor, with plenty of engaging facts and stories about Japan’s everyday life and food culture.

Education & Background

• Tallinn University — Middle Eastern and Asian Cultural History (Japanology).
• Exchange year in Tokyo (Gakushuin).
• Tallinn School of Services — chef qualification.
• Visited Japan 25+ times25+ times, mainly for gastronomic purposes; speaks fluent Japanese.

Work Experience

• Ran for 10 years Japanese restaurant Sushimon (Tallinn, Central Market tram stop).
• Every summer organizes sushi sales in Liiva, on Muhu Island.
• Provides private trainings and a catering and promotes Japanese culture in cooperation with various organizations.

Workshops

• Leads practical and entertaining Japanese cooking workshops for companies and private groups.
• Focus: cooking techniques + smooth event flow/structure + cultural background stories + delicious food.
  An educational and exciting experience is guaranteed.

Languages

Workshops in estonian, english, finnish, russian and japanese.