George Gkoregias
Former head chef at ROKA, George Gkoregias brings nearly a decade of experience in contemporary Japanese cuisine to Kioku by Endo. Known for his precision, creativity and respect for seasonal ingredients, George crafts dishes that balance bold, umami-rich flavours with refined presentation, reflecting Kioku’s blend of Japanese tradition and modern influence.
Itinerary
We’ve curated a truly exclusive experience for our guests. This itinerary includes the option to book premium transport or you can make your own travel arrangements.
08:45 – Meet outside Kioku by Endo. Collection in a private Mercedes Sprinter.
09:00 – Coach departs London.
11:00 – Welcome talk & harvest briefing. Tea, coffee & pastries will be served on arrival.
11:30 – Grape picking. An alternative experience shall be organised in the event of wet weather.
13:00 – Enjoy a 7-course lunch prepared by the Kioku by Endo team in our Tasting Room restaurant. Hosted by Mark Driver and Rathfinny Brand Ambassadors.
16:30 – Coach departs from Rathfinny. Estimated arrival time into London is 18:00.
Event Details
- Date: Thursday 16th October
- Price: £135 per person for grape picking & 7 course lunch. Or £175 per person for all the above including premium transport between London and Rathfinny Estate. Optional wine flight £60 per person available on the day.
- Time: 11:00-16:30. Or 08:45-18:00 if travelling between London & Sussex.
- Dietaries: Please note, we are unable to accommodate dietary preferences on this occasion.
- Location: The Tasting Room, Rathfinny Wine Estate, Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5TU
About Kioku by Endo
Kioku, meaning memory, is a celebration of Japanese culinary tradition infused with a spirit of contemporary creativity. Inspired by the flavours and techniques of Yokohama and Tokyo, its dishes marry the elegance and precision of classic Japanese cooking with globally influenced touches.
Perched atop the Old War Office in London, the rooftop restaurant has recently become a home-from-home for Rathfinny, with our wines featuring on their terrace this summer.
Rathfinny and Japanese Cuisine
Made from grapes grown just three miles from the sea, Rathfinny Sussex Sparkling wines have a natural freshness and subtle salinity which pair perfectly with the delicate complexity of Japanese cuisine.
Harvest at Rathfinny
Each year, Rathfinny welcomes British pickers, predominantly from the local Sussex community, to hand-harvest each grape. This is an essential element to maintaining quality as we are a single-site, grower-producer crafting vintage wines with Sussex PDO status.
2025 marks 11 years since the first harvest at Rathfinny. To celebrate, we are welcoming a range of chefs from interesting restaurants where our wines are served to bring you new pairing combinations.
After all, Rathfinny Sussex Sparkling is a gastronomy wine that is best enjoyed with food.