Archive · 14 Jun 2025
Japanese Izakaya Soul Comes to Hyderabad: Zega x Ginkgo Pop-Up
A Japanese pop-up restaurant called Zega x Ginkgo is coming to Hyderabad, bringing a taste of Japan.
Chef Brehadeesh Kumar, who studied Japanese cuisine in Japan, will be cooking up dishes inspired by Izakaya, which is like a Japanese pub.
The menu includes small plates meant to be enjoyed with drinks, and some dishes have an Indian twist.
The chef wants to share real Japanese food and culture with everyone, not just fancy sushi.
He's also an ambassador for Japanese cuisine in India, making sure it's represented well.
Chef Brehadeesh Kumar is bringing a Japanese pop-up called Zega x Ginkgo to the Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel.
The pop-up, from June 13-15, features Izakaya-style plates inspired by Japanese pub culture.
The menu includes small plates designed to complement Sake, with an Indian twist on traditional dishes.
Chef Brehadeesh, a MEXT scholarship recipient, studied Japanese culture and cuisine in Japan.
He aims to provide an authentic Japanese culinary experience, as one of India's first Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassadors.
- Who
- Chef Brehadeesh Kumar and Ginkgo, a Japanese eatery from Pune.
- What
- Zega x Ginkgo is a Japanese pop-up restaurant.
- When
- June 13-15
- Where
- Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel
- Why
- To offer an authentic and accessible Japanese dining experience, reflecting Izakaya culture.
Traditional Japanese Food
Modern Japanese Food
Kaiseki vs Izakaya
Traditional Japanese Food
Kaiseki focuses on spiritual experience and celebration of nature.
Modern Japanese Food
Izakaya focuses on casual dining experience.
- Event Name
- Zega x Ginkgo
- Location
- Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel
- Dates
- June 13-15
- Concept
- Izakaya-style Japanese dining
- Chef
- Brehadeesh Kumar
- Origin
- Collaboration between Zega and Ginkgo (Pune)
- Ambassador Role
- One of India’s first non-Japanese Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassadors.