Cubé

Salmon tosa tsukuri
Seared scottish salmon ponzu sauce with grated white radish and ginger

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Striped Jack from Ahime Prefecture

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Otoro Nigiri

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Alaskan Snow Crab and Caviar

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Shizuoka Wasabi

Langoustine from Scotland

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Spider crab season, directly from our fishermen in Cornwall.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our loyal customers for their support over the past year and extend our best wishes for the year ahead.

Japanese chef knives, recognized as "hocho" or "gyuto," are celebrated for their exquisite craftsmanship, much like the culinary expertise showcased by our chefs at Cube Mayfair.

Witness our expertise as we breathe life into authentic Japanese cuisine in the heart of London’s Mayfair.

Fresh Lobster from Cornwall arrived this morning. For stunning local produce, visit Cubé Mayfair.

At Cubé, we strive to bring an authentic Japanese Sushi experience to the heart of London's Mayfair. Authentic sushi allows you to taste the essence of the ingredients. The delicate balance of flavors, textures, and umami in each piece is a result of the chef's expertise and the use of top-quality ingredients. Our commitment to sustainably sourced, artisan-fisherman caught seafood ensures that we serve the highest-quality sushi. This philosophy continues throughout our produce, as we source locally farmed high-quality ingredients. Although, our commitment to authenticity means that in some cases, certain things such as Wasabi are shipped from some of the highest-quality farms in Japan. Furthermore, meticulous attention to detail and years of experience allow our chefs and servers to create an immersive and unforgettable dining experience. Booking is available via link in bio. For our coveted Omakase experience, please select the counterspace option when booking.

Delve into the world of sushi at Cube Mayfair. Meticulously crafted with unwavering attention to detail by our chefs. From the selection of ingredients to the final presentation, every step is a brushstroke on the canvas of culinary mastery. Join us on a journey that elevates sushi from a dish to an unforgettable dining experience.

Booking is available via the link in bio.

Over time, sushi has evolved into the delectable variety that we enjoy today. You may know that sushi arose as a practical means of preserving raw fish. Development during the edo period, then resulted in the advent of nigiri sushi. This style involved placing slices of fresh fish atop small hand-formed rice balls seasoned with vinegar. Nigiri sushi showcases the natural flavors of the fish, requiring exceptional knife skills and precision in rice preparation. At Cubé Mayfair, experience unforgettable authentic Japanese sushi.

Our Hamachi Yuzu Ponzu and a glass of Black Chalk Classic. Perfect combination for a fine day in June.

The origins of sushi can be traced back to ancient times in Southeast Asia, where the necessity for preservation created the pathway towards a technique that would eventually become ‘sushi’.

In order to preserve fresh seafood, people would ferment fish by packing it with rice and salt. This preservation technique later made its way to Japan around the 8th century, evolving into a form known as narezushi. Narezushi consisted of fermented fish wrapped in rice, and while it served as a practical means of preserving seafood, it also introduced the idea of combining rice with fish. While narezushi also involves rice, it differs greatly from the arguably contemporary approach of nigiri sushi.

Experience the legacy of authentic Japanese sushi at Cubé Mayfair, booking is available via the link in bio.

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In Japan, chopsticks are referred to as “hashi”, or (箸), which also is the translation for bridge. While they are physically reminiscent of a bridge, with their tapered shape, it is often said that hashi act as a bridge between the gods and humanity.

In Japan, hashi were initially used for ceremonial purposes, where food was offered to deities. In around the seventeenth century, hashi were used as part of the Japanese tea ceremony. Senno Rikyu, Japanese tea-master, would arrange for a small meal to be eaten before the tea is consumed. In his legacy, there is a type of hashi known as “Rikyu” which feature a shape that is characteristic with how he would carve his own chopsticks before ceremonies.

While many Japanese dishes are eaten with chopsticks, sushi is often eaten with your hands. Although, it is common for sashimi to be eaten with chopsticks. Regardless of how you prefer to eat sushi, experience authentic Japanese sushi at Cubé Mayfair.

Booking is available via the link in bio.

Sushi’s transition from street food to Japanese fine cuisine arguably began in the 19th century, during the Edo period (1603-1868).

During this time, sushi was sold from food stands in the streets of Edo (Tokyo) as a quick and affordable snack, which was significantly popular with the working-class.

This popularity stimulated the evolution of sushi, and hence, nigiri sushi was created during the mid-19th century. At the same time, the first sushi restaurant was opened in Tokyo, serving nigiri sushi. Consequently, nigiri-sushi gained notoriety amongst the wealthy and elite classes.

Over time, sushi was increasingly perceived as fine cuisine, as authentic Japanese sushi chefs’ focus was shifted towards ‘the art of making sushi’.

Presently, authentic sushi is still perceived with the same regard. However, some argue that due to the over-saturation of East-Asian cuisine, it is increasingly difficult to identify expertly crafted sushi. To experience authentic Japanese sushi, reserve a table at Cubé Mayfair via the link in our bio.

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At Cube, we provide an exquisite selection of beverages to be paired with our authentic Japanese Sushi.
Black Chalk winery is proud to launch the new 2020 vintage range. The company has secured 12ha of vineyards split across 3 sites in Hampshire, making this special vintage the first all in-house product.
Experience exceptional quality Sushi at Cube Mayfair. Booking is available via the link in bio.

At Cubé, we provide an exquisite selection of beverages to be paired with our authentic Japanese Sushi.  
 
Black Chalk Winery produces exceptional quality wines – locally sourced from vineyards situated on shallow soils above solid chalk in the Test Valley, Hampshire.  
 
Black Chalk Classic 2020 is a small batch traditional method English sparkling wine, which is created with: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. This delectable sparkling wine’s complexity is derived from the use of oak barrels and 28 months in lees. “The result is a fruit-driven, perfectly balanced, crisp English sparkling wine.”  
 
Experience exceptional quality Sushi at Cubé Mayfair. Booking is available via the link in bio. 

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The exquisite beauty of spring can transcend into your authentic Japanese Sushi experience at Cubé Mayfair.

The Japanese technique known as Kazarigiri (飾り切り), involves intricately cutting produce into exquisite shapes. It is a central element of Washoku, which emphasises the significance of serving and the art of presentation. This skill requires a high level of creativity, skill, and attention to detail; our chefs endeavour to exhibit their skills to enhance and elevate your dining experience.

Discover the expertise of our chefs at Cubé Mayfair, and experience authentic Japanese Sushi. Booking is available via the link in bio.

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You may have noticed that during this time of year, the hallmark shade of cherry blossom pink is abundant within Japanese cuisine.

Seasonality is incorporated into the core of Japanese philosophies, spanning across art, religion, and cuisine. You may have noticed that it is currently cherry blossom (さくら) season. In japan, the significance of cherry blossoms coming into bloom is marked by a cultural event called Hanami (花見), or ‘flower viewing’.

During this time, the ephemeral nature of life tends to be reflected upon. Friends, family, and co-workers sit often sit beneath the fleeting blossoms while sharing food, drinks, and good company.

This spring, celebrate the little moments in life with the people you value while experiencing authentic, sustainably sourced Japanese Sushi at Cubé Mayfair.

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We often mention that our seafood is sustainably sourced from Cornwall, but why is that important? The Cornish fishing industry is arguably one of the most transparent, progressive, and innovative in the UK.

Education & Promotion of Sustainable Practices
If you want to find out which fish and shellfish are sustainably sourced from Cornwall and the surrounding areas, as well as the fishing techniques used, check out the ‘The Cornwall Good Seafood Guide’, which is compiled by the Cornwall Wildlife Trust.
Furthermore, The Cornwall Sustainable Seafood Initiative operates with the goal of promoting sustainable fishing within the region by supporting local fishermen and encouraging consumers to choose sustainably sourced seafood.

Traceability
Consumers are increasingly given the option to trace their fish or shellfish, this opens up transparency in terms of sustainable practice. For instance, organisations such as Cornish Seafood and Cornish Fish Producers Organisation offer traceability schemes for consumers, and offer support for fishermen.

By choosing to dine at Cubé, you support a fishing industry in which seafood is sustainably sourced. Furthermore, by supporting the Cornish fishing industry, consumers can support local fishermen and help protect the marine environment.

Experience authentic, sustainably sourced Sushi at Cubé Mayfair, Booking is available via the link in bio.

You may have noticed a distinct aesthetic that is common in Japanese dishware. Raku-ware pertains to a characteristically organic and simplistic design that has been coveted for centuries, and continues to inspire the designs of ceramics today.

The Japanese tea ceremony began to gain significance during the 1500s, and it is during this time that the demand for ceramics became central to both aesthetic and practical philosophies. The teamaster “Sen no Rikyu” was a progenitor of the Wabi, or “rustic”, aesthetic. In his plight to curate his ideal tea ceremony, he commissioned the tile-maker Tanaka Chojiro to produce tea-bowls made from red clay (Juraku).

The process by which raku ceramics are made typically involves hand-forming the clay. Subsequently, the clay is fired in such a manner that is resultant unique patterns and textures on the pottery surface.

Raku-ware, and ceramics inspired by this process have a distinctly traditional and authentic appeal, enhancing the culinary experience in conjunction with authentic Japanese cuisine.

Experience authentic Japanese sushi at Cubé Mayfair, bookings are available via the link in bio.

Here, the arrangement style of our Yellowtail is known as “Hiramori”, referring to the arrangement of food on a flat plane. This arrangement commonly features thinly sliced meat, fish or vegetables. These slices are then arranged to slant in a uniform direction. The arrangement styles frequently represent organic forms which are commonly found within nature to create a sense of unity and balance.

Hiramori exhibits the expertise of a chef through their precision of slicing to create a thin and even cut. For seafood, it is common to encounter this arrangement to showcase the pattern of the dishware, which is revealed through thinly sliced transparent fish.

The vessel, or utsuwa, in which food is arranged is often selected to pair with a particular style of arrangement that emphasizes the qualities of the dish.

Experience authentic Japanese sushi at Cubé Mayfair, bookings are available via the link in bio.