TAKU’s Commitment to sustainability

At TAKU, our commitment to sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that creating extraordinary culinary experiences goes hand in hand with respecting the environment and making conscious choices about how we source and use our ingredients. This allows us to offer the freshest, highest-quality dishes while minimising our impact on the planet.

Sourcing Locally and Sustainably

Our approach to sourcing is simple: we aim to use ingredients that are as local as possible. By showcasing Europe's finest produce, we can offer our guests the freshest seafood, shellfish, and vegetables without the need to import everything from Japan. With the exception of key ingredients like yellowtail (hamachi) and fresh wasabi, most of our fish and seafood are sourced from local waters.

We take great pride in sourcing fish such as trout from farms in Hampshire, where ethical and sustainable practices are followed. These relationships with local suppliers ensure that we serve only the freshest ingredients while supporting regional fisheries and reducing our carbon footprint.

Trout Nigiri - All year round

Quality Vegetable Sourcing from Primeur

For our vegetable produce, we partner with Primeur, a premium supplier based in New Covent Garden. Primeur sources high-end, seasonal products directly from farms, ensuring that we have access to the best produce available. This partnership allows us to work with farms that prioritise sustainability while ensuring the quality of ingredients that are essential to our dishes. Primeur primarily serves high-end restaurants, making them an ideal partner for our commitment to both quality and sustainability.

Minimising Waste in the Kitchen

At TAKU, sustainability also means making the most of every ingredient. We are committed to reducing waste wherever possible by using every part of the fish or vegetable in our kitchen. For example, fish bones and offcuts are transformed into rich broths, ensuring that nothing goes to waste. This resourceful approach not only minimises our environmental impact but also allows us to create bold, flavourful dishes that highlight the depth of our ingredients.

A Holistic Approach to Sustainability

Our commitment to sustainability is about more than just sourcing local ingredients—it’s about creating a holistic dining experience that is mindful of the environment at every stage. From our partnerships with ethical suppliers to our dedication to minimising waste, we strive to make a positive impact on the world while delivering an unforgettable dining experience.

Through these practices, TAKU aims to set a standard for how high-end restaurants can operate with a sustainable mindset, proving that exceptional cuisine and environmental responsibility can coexist.

Stay tuned for more updates on our sustainability efforts and how you can enjoy a meal at TAKU knowing that you’re supporting a greener future!