Thursday Sips & Nibbles: Omakase at XOXO Sushi Bar

I'm back again with a new edition of Sips & Nibbles, my regular column where I highlight some interesting, upcoming food and drink events. I hope everyone dines out safely, tips well and are nice to their servers.
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1) Chef Kegan Stritchko is preparing to unveil his highly anticipated Omakase experience at XOXO Sushi Bar in Chestnut Hill. You should check out my previous review of this excellent sushi restaurant: XOXO Sushi Bar: An Impressive Spot.

The concept of omakase – which translates to “I leave the details up to you” – allows a chef to select an intriguing and delicious menu for his guests. Chef Stritchko’s omakase feature the use of premier imported fish from Japan as well as their in-house dry-ager (the first of its kind in Boston) and a technique in which Stritchko holds expertise.

Starting on July 30, the 16-course Omakase will be available, showing the creativity of Chef Stritchko. Featuring fresh and luxurious seafood options, sourced internationally and domestically, Chef Stritchko meticulously crafts each course. From the shores of Japan to the waters of Maine, Duxbury, and Gloucester, his team presents each course to six guests seated at the omakase counter providing an up-close and personal view of the culinary artistry. The experience is limited to only one seating on Tuesdays and Wednesdays with two options – the 16-course culinary adventure with or without a menu of eight wine, sake and whisky pairings – with a finale of dessert.

Cost: Omakase experience: $195 per guest. Omakase experience with drink pairings: $390 per guest
Reservations are required via Resy. For more information, please visit their website: at XOXO Sushi Bar