Alexander EvmenovCommunity profile

2002 – Opening of the Kyoto restaurant (Irkutsk) – Sous Chef 2005 – Opening of the Kyoto / Beer Haus restaurant (Angarsk) – Head Chef 2009 – Opening of the Strizhi restaurant at the Sayen 4* Hotel (Irkutsk) – Head Chef 2017 – Restaurant Manager / Head Chef, Strizhi restaurant 2020 – Head Chef at the HISTORY Boutique Hotel & SPA 5* restaurant Le Chef He completed internships with leading chefs in the country and worked in restaurants in Europe. His continuous learning and exploration of current trends and techniques in countries with renowned culinary schools and restaurants have shaped his unique culinary style. Wine culture holds a special place in his work. He carefully considers wine pairings for each dish, collaborates with sommeliers, and pays attention to creating balanced pairings on the menu. He is open to experimentation and draws inspiration from travel and international experiences. His dishes reflect an aesthetic approach to taste, respect for ingredients, and a commitment to honest gastronomy, blending Siberian, European, and the best local traditions with a true wine-inspired lifestyle.

Alexander spent his childhood in a small town in the Irkutsk region. Later, he studied and served as a cook in the Pacific Fleet, where he began his introduction to the culinary world. Alexander began his career in gastronomy in 2002 as a Sous Chef at the Japanese restaurant Kyoto, quickly becoming the best sushi chef in the city.