All posts by Chef Luis Durand

Chef Luis Durand is the Chef-Owner of U Omakase, an intimate Japanese-French chef's counter in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Known for his highly seasonal approach to cooking, Chef Durand creates an ever-changing omakase experience that evolves week by week to showcase the freshest ingredients available. Drawing inspiration from Japanese technique, French culinary traditions, and his own Latin American heritage, he incorporates distinctive foams, sauces, and infused oils that add both depth and creativity to each dish. His cuisine reflects a balance of precision, spontaneity, and respect for seasonality, making U Omakase one of Brooklyn's most intriguing dining experiences.

Sweet Pea Soup

Few ingredients capture the arrival of spring quite like fresh sweet peas. Their delicate sweetness and vibrant green color make them a natural choice for lighter seasonal dishes, but in...

Chef Luis Durand

June 8, 2026

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