November 22, 2012
The Maui News
His first Big Apple restaurant propelled him to fame. These days, Nobuyuki "Nobu" Matsuhisa reportedly has 25 restaurants in 21 cities around the world, including one on Oahu, Nobu Waikiki, and one in Malibu, Calif., with partner and Oracle CEO Larry Ellison, who recently bought Lanai. Robert DeNiro and he will also partner in the world's first chef hotel at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas.
Now, Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay, in partnership with Chef "Nobu" announces the target date for the opening of Nobu Lanai for sometime in late December.
"As a leader in innovative Japanese cuisine, world-renowned Chef Nobu has revolutionized the dining experience for epicureans and travelers alike," says Tom Roelens, the general manager of Four Seasons Resorts Lanai.
