Critically
acclaimed
Executive Chef, Jun Tanaka has headed up the kitchen at Pearl since its opening in June 2004, a time during which he has gained an excellent reputation for his modern French cuisine.
Having
started at Le Gavroche at the tender age of 19, Jun spent the next ten years working with some of London’s top culinary talent in seven Michelin starred restaurants, where he perfected the art of fine French cuisine. A distinguished career, Jun has worked and trained at Chez Nico, The Capital and The Square. He also worked under Marco Pierre White at both The Restaurant Marco Pierre White and The Oak Room.
At the age of 19, Jun asked his father which restaurants he most rated in London and approached each of them to gain a position as an apprentice. Top of the list were Le Gavroche, Chez Nico and The Restaurant Marco Pierre White.
Jun's uses the very best seasonal ingredients, with simple premise to enhance flavour rather than over complicate, bringing out natural flavours and fresh, distinct tastes.
In 2006 Jun hosted his very own television show, Channel 4's 'Cooking It'. Jun has also regularly appeared on BBC 1's 'Saturday Kitchen', UKTV's 'Great Food Live' and ITV's 'Saturday Cooks'. Jun's latest television project is the UKTV Food series 'Market Kitchen' where he is presenting.