Partner Content: Chef Akira Back returns to his namesake restaurant with the Time Capsule Menu.
Japanese cuisine has long held a special place in Dubai, and Akira Back is one of the chefs who helped shape that story. This season, the acclaimed chef returns to W Dubai – The Palm with a menu that blends craft and memory in equal measure. Launching on 24 September, the Time Capsule Menu invites diners to travel through six courses that each mark a chapter in Chef Akira’s journey, from early influences to present-day signatures.
The Time Capsule menu opens with refined expressions of flavour and technique, then moves through dishes that nod to the kitchens and cities that shaped the chef. It is an evening built on Japanese Korean sensibilities, precision and a sense of play that Akira Back fans will recognise. The service runs nightly from 7pm to 11pm, and the experience is available daily, priced at AED 599 per person. An optional grape pairing is also available for AED 300.
Expect highlights that showcase balance and detail. Shima Aji arrives bright with Yuzu Ponzu and lifted by Nori Oil. Red Prawn is paired with White Konbu and Angake Sauce for depth and umami. For meat lovers, A5 Ribeye Miso Yaki with Ume Hollandaise delivers richness with a clean finish. Dessert closes on a nostalgic note with a Persimmon creation inspired by the chef’s childhood, a gentle finale that ties the story together.
Set within W Dubai – The Palm, Akira Back remains a destination for a memorable meal of modern Japanese and Korean dining with an international influence. The room’s sleek lines frame the theatre of the open kitchen, while the skyline setting offers marvellous views over Palm Jumeirah.
If you are searching for a dinner that blends storytelling with standout cooking, Time Capsule at Akira Back should be at the top of your list this month.
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