Dinner hosted by Brad Kilgore, Diego Oka and Gustavo Montes part of the American Airlines® Dinner Series

Japanese precision, Peruvian influence, and Miami ingenuity meet for one extraordinary night at Yamashiro. Chef Brad Kilgore, celebrated for his progressive, ingredient-driven cooking, joins Diego Oka, the acclaimed executive chef of La Mar by Gastón Acurio, and Gustavo Montes, executive chef of Yamashiro Miami, for a one-night-only collaboration. Kilgore has spent his career pushing the boundaries of contemporary cuisine, earning national acclaim for his innovative approach and his use of Florida’s bounty. Oka brings his signature Japanese-Peruvian perspective, shaped by years working alongside renowned chef Gastón Acurio and developing La Mar’s celebrated Nikkei cuisine. Montes leads Yamashiro Miami’s kitchen with a contemporary interpretation of Japanese classics, incorporating global techniques and South Florida flavors. Together, the chefs will create a multi-course experience that brings their distinct culinary perspectives to the table, pairing bold ingredients and thoughtful technique with the dramatic setting of Yamashiro Miami. Expect an evening that is as memorable for its food as it is for its sense of place.