Yunta
Day 2: 5-Course Peruvian Meets Japanese Tasting Series
Opened in February of 2022 in the heart of South End, this Japanese-Peruvian eatery jumped right onto Axios’ “25 Best in Charlotte” List (in the #1 spot!) and Charlotte Magazine’s “Best Restaurants in Queen City” List. Chef/Owner Bruno Macchiavello, born in Lima, was the force behind Viva Chicken, a Peruvian rotisserie concept based in Charlotte that quickly developed a cult-like following. Yunta means “friend” and Nikkei is a culinary adaptation that originated in Peru more than one hundred years ago, when Peru became the first Latin American country to enter into diplomatic relations with Japan and Japanese workers arrived in droves. In preparing their traditional Japanese dishes, they made use of a variety of Peruvian ingredients. These creations, which formed the perfect amalgam between Japan's precise culinary techniques and the strong flavors of Peru, come alive again in this gastro barra with a modern industrial vibe. In other words, sushi meets ceviche and so much more, all artfully prepared. Yunta Nikkei is also a great place to discover the pleasures of pisco, if you haven’t already. We’re excited to visit here and to learn more from Chef Macchiavello about the marriage of Japanese and Peruvian cuisines.
About the Host:
Bruno Macchiavello
Chef/Owner
Hailing from, Lima, Peru, Chef Bruno Macchiavello has become a local legend in Charlotte, establishing a culinary footprint that honors his heritage. His restaurants include South End's Yunta and Elizabeth's Viva Chicken.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated. For this event’s dietary restriction accommodation policy, see the Event FAQs below.
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Panza
salmon belly, lemon zest, truffle oil, crispy quinoa
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Yunta Bite Trio
stuffed yuca | pork belly chicharrón | kami causita
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Ceviche Clásico
mahi mahi, aji limo, peruvian corn, onion, sweet potato, leche de tigre
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Lomo Saltado
filet mignon, tomato, onion, potato, rice, cilantro
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Chocolate Lucuma Bomb
soursop
Yunta
2201 South Blvd Ste 130
Charlotte, NC 28203
Event FAQs
- Do I have to bring printed tickets to the event?
- No tickets are needed.
- What does the ticket price cover?
- The ticket price covers the full cost of the meal.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- At this event the chef will provide substitutions for critical food allergies/dietary restrictions but will not make menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). If you have restrictions/allergies, please make sure to Update Your Dietary Restrictions within your Account Info before or after you purchase tickets, or email us at [email protected] after you purchase tickets to let us know.
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to [email protected].
- What must I bring to the event?
- Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
- Can I bring guests/non-members to this event?
- Yep! For this event, guest tickets are $90 + tax & tip, and you can bring up to 3 guests. Please note, guests are not allowed to attend unaccompanied by a member.
