A Unique Collaboration Between SPICE LAB TOKYO and Brianza to Celebrate Aromas

A Unique Culinary Collaboration

From September 21 to 23, 2026, SPICE LAB TOKYO, renowned for its modern Indian cuisine, will partner with Yoshiyuki Okuno, the owner-chef of the popular Italian restaurant group, Brianza. This exciting collaboration, focused on aromas, marks the first time the two chefs will join forces to present an exclusive course that combines their culinary expertise. Reservations will begin on August 20, 2026.

The collaboration highlights the historical connection between Indian spices and the Mediterranean cuisine that evolved through the Spice Route. Chef Yoshiyuki Okuno, a pioneer of Tokyo Italian cuisine who skillfully blends traditional Italian techniques with seasonal Japanese ingredients, will collaborate with Chef Tejas Sovanishev of SPICE LAB TOKYO, who adds a modern twist to India's rich spice culture. Their unique dishes will showcase the craftsmanship and creativity of both chefs, combining the essence of two profoundly interconnected culinary worlds.

Guests can look forward to a specially crafted menu featuring signature dishes from both chefs as well as exclusive creations devised for this collaboration.

Lunch Course (8 dishes)
Price: 14,000 yen (tax included, service charge not included)
Includes signature dishes from both chefs, a limited collaboration menu, and dessert.

Dinner Course (11 dishes)
Price: 22,000 yen (tax included, service charge not included)
This full-course dinner features four collaborative dishes interwoven with signature offerings from both establishments, allowing guests to enjoy a layered flavor experience reminiscent of a journey along the Spice Road.

Meet the Chefs

Yoshiyuki Okuno | Owner Chef of Brianza
Born in 1972 into a family that operated a traditional Japanese inn in Wakayama, Okuno studied management in the United States before pursuing a culinary career. In Italy, he honed his skills at Michelin-starred restaurants across eight regions, mastering regional Italian cuisine and traditional techniques. He opened Ristorante La Brianza in 2001 and now oversees nine establishments in Tokyo while engaging in consulting and product development.

Okuno's Comment:
"I am very excited to create new taste possibilities where the traditional Italian techniques converge with the rich expressions of modern Indian cuisine. The unique aspect of this collaboration is the harmony that arises from the Italian approach to maximizing the allure of ingredients, enhanced by the magic of deep spices. We aim to deliver each dish with its own transformative aroma, intricate flavors, and beautiful presentation, offering guests a truly remarkable dining experience full of surprises and discoveries that engage all five senses."

Tejas Sovanishev | Chef at SPICE LAB TOKYO
After serving as head chef at the luxurious Oberoi Group and training at Noma in Copenhagen, Tejas became the executive chef at SPICE LAB TOKYO in 2019. He has since led the brand with a flexible sensibility and robust technique, creating avant-garde dishes that authentically interpret both Japanese and Indian cultures.

Tejas's Comment:
"I am honored to welcome Chef Okuno from Brianza for this three-day collaboration at SPICE LAB TOKYO this autumn. We will present signature dishes from both restaurants along with special creations designed just for this event, combining Italian techniques with our Adaptive Indian Cuisine. I have a special fondness for Italian cuisine, which has played a significant role in my culinary education early in my career. My goal is to create dishes that allow Indian and Italian culinary traditions to converse rather than just fusing them. I look forward to bringing two countries and cultures closer together around a single table."

Event Details

- Event Name: SPICE LAB TOKYO × Brianza Collaboration Dinner & Lunch
- Date: September 21 (Mon, Holiday) - September 23 (Wed, Holiday), 2026
- Location: SPICE LAB TOKYO, 6-4-3 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo (GICROS GINZA GEM 10F)
- Reservation Start Date: August 20, 2026
- Reservation Link: Reserve Here

SPICE LAB TOKYO Address:
6-4-3 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo, GICROS GINZA GEMS 10F
Hours: Lunch: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Last Order 1:00 PM) / Dinner: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Last Order 8:30 PM)
Closed on: Mondays
Website: SPICE LAB TOKYO
Instagram: @spicelabtokyo