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Limited-Time Curry Menu at MUJI HOTEL GINZA

From January 28, MUJI HOTEL GINZA's restaurant, Japanese Restaurant WA, will offer a special limited-time menu featuring the new "European-style beef curry with demi-glace sauce". This exclusive dish will be available for two weeks, enticing curry lovers with its rich flavors. Based on a recipe set to be released at MUJI stores nationwide, this exquisite curry promises to highlight the quality ingredients cultivated through Japan's abundant nature.

The format of the menu incorporates four thoughtfully crafted side dishes that complement the curry, enhancing the overall dining experience. To round off the meal, diners will be treated to a unique dessert featuring "kombu and brown sugar" ice cream that is served alongside coffee. Perfect for a leisurely lunch, this menu invites both hotel guests and visitors shopping at MUJI GINZA to indulge in a delightful culinary experience.

The Appeal of the Beef Curry

The star of the menu is the "European-style beef curry with demi-glace sauce" featuring three levels of spiciness. The dish is developed to maximize the umami and sweetness of the ingredients. The beef is marinated in red wine and spices before being cooked to perfection, ensuring that the meat retains its juicy flavors. The curry is distinguished by the gentle sweetness of bananas and dates, paired with aromatic spices like cinnamon and clove.

Key Features:

1. Beef and Demi-Glace Excellence: The beef is marinated in a blend of red wine, cinnamon, and clove before roasting, enhancing its flavor profile. The demi-glace sauce is derived from a mix of vegetables like onion and carrot, combined with a rich broth to create deep, complex flavors.
2. Natural Sweetness from Fruits and Vegetables: Instead of relying on conventional sugars and honey, the recipe utilizes date puree, peach concentrate, and variations of sautéed onions to accentuate the inherent sweetness of the ingredients.
3. Creamy Richness: The addition of high-fat cream offers a smooth, rich texture to the curry, elevating its taste.

Special Sides to Accompany the Curry

This limited-time offer includes four side dishes that elevate the dining experience with the beef curry:

• - Baked Herb Crusted Tomato: Tomatoes are topped with herb-infused breadcrumbs and oven-baked to create a fragrant appetizer.
• - Mixed Bean Raita: This yogurt-based dish balances the mild curry flavor beautifully.
• - Marinated Mushrooms: Quick-fried mushrooms with garlic lock in their aromatic essence.
• - Root Vegetable and Ginger Pickles: Sweet and tangy with a ginger kick, these pickles harmonize well with the curry's spices.

Sweet Treat to Finish

For dessert, guests can enjoy the "kombu and brown sugar" ice cream. Made uniquely with kombu harvested in Hokkaido, this ice cream not only reduces food waste but also captures a unique flavor profile that is paired with the soft sweetness of brown sugar and the umami of kombu.

Pricing and Availability

• - Dish Name: "European-style beef curry with demi-glace sauce – served with four side dishes and kombu & brown sugar ice cream."
• - Available: January 28 (Wed) to February 11 (Wed), 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM (Last Order 2:30 PM)
• - Price: 2,000 yen (including tax). Price includes a salad bar with daily changing sides and a drink bar.

About Japanese Restaurant WA

Japanese Restaurant WA offers a dining experience that celebrates flavors nurtured by Japan's rich environment and heritage. Regularly exploring various regions of Japan, the restaurant emphasizes local ingredients in its dishes.

• - Location: MUJI HOTEL GINZA, 6th Floor
• - Hours: Breakfast from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM (Last entry 9:30 AM), Lunch from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM (Last Order 2:30 PM)
• - Phone: 03-3538-6102 (Direct line to restaurant)
• - Seats: 36

About MUJI HOTEL GINZA

MUJI HOTEL GINZA opened in April 2019, embodying the ideals of MUJI's philosophy. With the aim of creating a comfortable space where guests can experience seamless living while traveling, the hotel focuses on offering a gratifying stay with good sleep and connecting guests to the local culture.

• - Name: MUJI HOTEL GINZA
• - Address: 3-3-5 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• - Opening Day: April 4, 2019
• - Rooms: 79 rooms available, ranging from 14 to 52 square meters
• - Floor Structure: 6th Floor: Reception, Restaurant; 7th-10th Floors: Guest Rooms
• - Website: MUJI HOTEL GINZA
• - Booking Site: MUJI HOTEL Booking