February 10, 2013

Roka Akor Scottsdale and Valentines Day

by Alison

Roka Akor | Valentine’s Day Dinner When: February 14-16; 3 seatings: 5pm, 7pm and 9pm. Where: Roka Akor  in Scottsdale Details: The Valentine’s Day Menu will feature 5 different courses, beginning with Bay Scallops served with Black Tobiko and Frantoio Olive Oil. Lobster Tartare will accompany the fresh…

January 31, 2013

Roka Akor Scottsdale, HH Spotlight

by Alison

Named one of the top sushi spots in the United States by Bon Appetit magazine in 2009, Roka Akor has a contemporary Japanese steak-house ambiance with a wraparound sushi bar, where patrons can watch skilled sushi chefs at work. Known for its fresh food, cooked over oak…

March 14, 2012

Arizona now has its very own Certified Sake Professional

by Alison

A Certified Sake Professional can now be found right here in Scottsdale at Japanese steak and sushi restaurant, Roka Akor. Beverage Director Rob Holder has been granted this esteemed designation for his knowledge and experience of sake. As the only Certified Sake Professional in Arizona,…

March 14, 2012

Sake 101

by Alison

Think you finally have a handle on food and wine pairings? Red wine with steak, so on and so forth. Rob Holder, Beverage Director and Certified Sake Professional at Scottsdale’s Roka Akor restaurant, has a few tips for upping the sipping ante at your next…