In the press.
Stories and reviews about Tsubame, Chef Jay Zheng and his earlier restaurants in Astoria.
Around the table.
A 10-seat omakase counter just opened in Tribeca
A look inside the counter and Chef Jay’s kaiseki-style approach.
Read story ↗ Eater New York · August 2023The Best New Restaurant Openings in NYC, August 2023
Tsubame appears in Eater’s citywide restaurant openings roundup.
Read story ↗ Tribeca Citizen · October 2023New Kid on the Block: Tsubame
A neighborhood profile of Chef Jay, the restaurant and its menu.
Read story ↗ Elite Traveler · December 2023Tsubame Joins NYC’s Omakase Ranks
A closer look at Tsubame’s opening and tasting experience.
Read story ↗ The Digest · June 2024This NYC Omakase Nails the Kaiseki Concept
A first-person account of the spring menu and its seasonal progression.
Read story ↗ The Sushi Legend · ReviewTsubame Review | East TriBeCa
A detailed course-by-course visit from a sushi specialist.
Read review ↗ Haute Living · September 2023Meet Tribeca’s Hautest New Restaurant: Tsubame
A profile of Chef Jay’s move to Tribeca and his kaiseki-inspired counter.
Read story ↗Chef Jay Zheng in the press.
Chef Spotlight: Jay Zheng of Kōyō
Chef Jay discusses his family’s restaurant history, early cooking influences and the kaiseki menu at Kōyō.
Read interview ↗ BroadwayWorld · April 2024Chef Spotlight: Chef/Owner Jay Zheng of TSUBAME
An interview on his early interest in cooking, mentors, and the ideas behind Tsubame.
Read interview ↗ Athleisure Mag · January 2024The Art of the Snack | Tsubame
Chef Jay discusses his culinary background, the Tribeca opening, and the seasonal menu.
Read interview ↗ The Best of Queens · Reporting by Kat OdellChef Jay Zheng on Kōyō and Kaiseki in Astoria
An earlier conversation about seasonality, his culinary path, and his goal of opening in Manhattan.
Read interview ↗ FSR Magazine · Rising stars32 Rising Restaurant Stars
FSR includes Jay Zheng, then restaurateur of Kōyō, among its rising restaurant leaders.
Read feature ↗ Give Me Astoria · June 2021Kōyō Michelin Recognized Restaurant Reopens
Local coverage of Chef Jay’s kaiseki direction at Kōyō.
Read story ↗ The Manual · Omakase featureTwo Sushi Chefs Discuss the Preparation of Omakase
Chef Jay shares his approach to the chef’s choice dining experience alongside another New York sushi chef.
Read feature ↗ Syosaku · Past brand partnershipChef Jay Zheng: Past Syosaku Brand Ambassador
Syosaku profiles Chef Jay and his work with the Japanese knife and tableware brand during his Kōyō years.
View profile ↗Kōyō in the press.
Shuko Alum Helms an Ambitious New Omakase in Astoria
Eater reports on Jay Zheng’s opening of Kōyō in the former Gaijin space with chef Darry Liu.
Read story ↗ The Manual · March 2022Meet the Queens-Based Chef Innovating Japanese Fine Dining
A profile of Chef Jay and the kaiseki approach at Kōyō.
Read profile ↗ The Sushi Legend · June 2022Koyo 2022: A Queens Sushiya Continues to Shine
A return visit to Kōyō, with a close look at Chef Jay’s omakase.
Read review ↗ Forbes · December 2021Inside Kōyō: A Kaiseki Restaurant Offering Japanese Fare With Touches of Chinese Cuisine
A profile of Chef Jay’s cooking and the influences behind Kōyō’s seasonal menu.
Read story ↗ We Heart Astoria · September 2019What to Expect From the New “Koyo”
A neighborhood preview of the transition from Gaijin to Kōyō.
Read story ↗ FSR Magazine · October 2021Michelin-Recognized Kōyō Unveils Fall Kaiseki Omakase Menu
Coverage of Chef Jay’s earlier restaurant and its Michelin recognition.
Read story ↗Gaijin in the press.
Gaijin
Time Out’s review of the Astoria restaurant and its omakase menu.
Read review ↗ Woman Around Town · August 2017“Leave it to the Chef” for an Omakase Experience at Gaijin in Astoria
A first-hand visit to Gaijin’s intimate sushi counter in Astoria.
Read story ↗ The Sushi Legend · August 2017Gaijin: A Gone-Too-Soon Sushi Frontier
A specialist review of Gaijin’s creative omakase and dining room.
Read review ↗ We Heart Astoria · January 2017Gaijin Brings Special Occasion-Worthy Sushi to 31st Ave
A first-hand look at the Astoria restaurant’s early omakase menu.
Read story ↗ Upscale Living · February 2018Unexpected Mastery of the Fine Art of Sushi Found in Astoria
A dining feature on Gaijin’s omakase counter and open kitchen.
Read feature ↗ Food & Wine · Kat Odell · July 20258 Exceptional Omakase Experiences in New York City
A citywide guide that briefly recalls Gaijin’s place in New York’s omakase scene.
Read story ↗ Thrillist · March 2019The Best Sushi Spots in NYC According to Industry Pros
A New York sushi chef recommends Gaijin’s omakase in Thrillist’s citywide guide.
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A sushi gem in lower Manhattan
A video from the sushi specialist’s Tsubame review, filmed at the restaurant.
Watch on YouTube ↗ Modern MBA · Omakase industryWhy America's Most Expensive Meal Is Getting Cheap
An industry documentary featuring Tsubame and Chef Jay among several omakase restaurants.
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