Ukkō Bryanston
Ukkō gets its name from “Ukkonen”, a Finnish mythology referencing the god of the sky, weather, harvest and thunder. It was customary to come together and consume food and alcoholic beverages to celebrate what was believed to guarantee good weather and harvest for the year ahead. Ukkō possessed a weapon called “Ukonvasara” an anchor looking hammer, representing the weapon Ukkō used to strike lightning - now we strike it lucky to enjoy great food with clients, friends or family at Ukkō in Bryanston. Celebrating with a quick bite or a long leisurely feast.
Ukkō is a stylish Mediterranean Tapas and Sushi spot, it has a feel of a holiday, that “something in the air” that just whisks you away from the mundane for a while. And is that not why we eat out? To be treated with chilled wine or cocktails, and just be transported to a mini vacation. The barmen are ready to mix something to your liking, like the aptly named Akka (female deity of Ukkō), featuring vodka, strawberry and rose essence, as well as Ukkonen (Thunder), featuring tequila, gin, passionfruit, elder fruit, prosecco and aromatic bitters. Something for everyone’s tastes.
Ukkō classics include sushi rolls, crudo, ceviche, lamb riblets, baked camembert in a balsamic dressing, Crispy zucchini ribbons with lemon aioli, chicken dumplings and grilled chicken wings, salmon and prawn cakes, squid heads in a wasabi aioli, crispy prawns and large tapa plates for bigger tables. Tapas are definitely the way to go, and eat at a leisurely pace, enjoying the much needed coveted conversations we all need after a tough year. Leave, refreshed - ready for anything - with your Ukkō blessing.
