Meitetsu Grand Hotel in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, will host "Symphony of Gastronomy - Violin Melodies and Winter Evening Dinner" at Casual Dining Iris on February 14th, 2026.
This event features a luxurious full course menu created by Executive Chef Atsushi Suzuoki, who uses carefully selected ingredients including spiny lobster and snow crab. The evening will be enhanced by the elegant violin performance of Italian-born violinist Salvatore Piediscalzi, combining exquisite music and fine dining to create a special winter evening experience.
Additionally, guests can enjoy wines carefully selected by the hotel's sommelier, perfectly paired with each course for a truly indulgent experience.
Experience the culinary artistry that showcases techniques refined over years of experience, adapted to bring out the best in each ingredient, alongside captivating entertainment.
Details: https://www.meitetsu-gh.co.jp/restaurant/iris/311
Symphony of Gastronomy - Event Overview (Reservation Required)
Date: February 14, 2026 (Saturday)
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM (Reception from 5:00 PM)
Location: 18th Floor - Casual Dining Iris
Price: ¥25,000
*Includes French full course, wine pairing, tax and service charge
Course Menu
Amuse-Bouche
- Mosaic of Spiny Lobster and Scallop
- Western Pear and Foie Gras Styled as Confection
Appetizer
- Terrine of Snow Crab and Smoked Salmon with Caviar, Raspberry Sauce
Soup
- Potage of Clams and Rapeseed Blossoms
Fish Course
- Poêlé of Golden Eye Snapper
- Winter Vegetables with Cauliflower Purée, Saffron Flavor
Meat Course
- Tender Beef Burgundy Style
Dessert
- Chocolate à la Mode - Vanilla and Citrus Bavarois
Hotel-Made Bread
Coffee
Sommelier
Meitetsu Grand Hotel
Kaito Tanase
Piano
Yukiko Matsue
Performs at various events including Nagoya Institute of Technology music projects and Hekinan City Arts and Culture Hall's "Rigoletto."
Currently active as an accompanist, soloist, and piano instructor.
Violin
Salvatore Piediscalzi
Winner of numerous competitions throughout Italy from a young age. Has served as concertmaster for multiple orchestras. Expands his activities across various fields including violin performance events and Italian-related seminars. Residing in Japan since September 2014.
Media Appearances:
2021: Performed at the Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony. CBC "Hana Saka Channel," NHK BS Premium "Meiji Kaika Shinjiro Tanteichō," and NHK Taiga Drama "Seiten wo Tsuke"
2022: Matsuzaka Tori's "Mimi wo Sumaseba," 2023 NHK Morning Drama Series "Ranman"
2024: FUJIFILM CM "Cosmetics Astalift," and others.
For Reservations:
Casual Dining Iris TEL 052-582-2232 (Direct Line)
*Closed on Mondays
Reservations also available on Meitetsu Grand Hotel's website.
https://www.meitetsu-gh.co.jp/restaurant/iris/311
*All photos are for illustrative purposes
*Menu contents are subject to change
*Prices shown include tax and service charge
About Meitetsu Grand Hotel
Aiming to be "the most accessible hotel for our guests," we provide comfort and a home-like sense of relaxation. We welcome guests not only for business use but also to make special occasions such as parties and anniversaries even more memorable. As a comprehensive urban hotel of the Meitetsu Railway Group, we color our guests' stays with quality service and hospitality cultivated over many years. We look forward to welcoming you with comfortable guest rooms, restaurants with wonderful views, versatile banquet facilities, and warm hospitality.
Meitetsu Grand Hotel Exterior
Official Website: https://www.meitetsu-gh.co.jp/
Official Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/hotel_meigram/
