October 26, 2013
Light and fresh, sushi is a classic summertime staple. But with a host of fall flavors showcased in creative sushi rolls and warming Japanese-inspired dishes from executive chef Brett Vibber, Roka Akor is still the place to eat this autumn. Until the weather officially chills,…
July 29, 2013
July 10, 2013–The GE Monogram Design Center hosted an evening of cooking demonstrations to celebrate its grand opening. Guests dined on delectable dishes by chefs Paul Virant of Perennial Virant, Brett Vibber of Roka Akor, and Jared Van Camp of Nellcôte, RM Champagne Salon, and…
July 29, 2013
With locations in Chicago, San Francisco and Scottsdale, Ariz., Roka Akor mixes sushi with meats grilled in an open kitchen that makes the entire space smell delicious. The plates of lamb chops, skewers of mushrooms in soy garlic butter and lightly charred sweet potatoes drizzled…
July 23, 2013
We know it’s occurred to you. On your way to the gym, the only thing you can think is: “I’m too tired to go the gym, this could be a big mistake.” But then leaving the gym, all you can think of is, “man I’m glad I…
July 23, 2013
German Sega Roka Akor 7299 North Scottsdale Road www.rokaakor.com This is part one of our interview with German Sega, the newly appointed executive chef of Roka Akor in Scottsdale. Today, he dishes about the long road from culinary school to the restaurant’s charcoal robata grill,…
