Kino Restaurant Opens in South Kensington with a Bold New Vision of Modern Japanese Cuisine

KINO RESTAURANT OPENS IN SOUTH KENSINGTON WITH A BOLD NEW VISION OF MODERN JAPANESE CUISINE Kino, a modern new Japanese restaurant has officially opened on Draycott Avenue in South Kensington, bringing a refined and contemporary culinary approach to one of London’s most elegant neighbourhoods. Helmed by Chef Pavel Baranovs, the 70 seat restaurant presents a seasonally influenced menu that fuses traditional Japanese cooking with locally sourced ingredients and a subtle European sensibility. Taking its name from the natural world derived from an ancient word for wood, Kino is built on the values of warmth, simplicity, and craftsmanship, defined by clarity and composure. Rooted in modern Japanese cuisine, Kino’s culinary identity is refined through global — particularly Western — influences and shaped by subtle Eastern European undertones. Shaped by Chef Pavel’s extended journey through Japan last year, Kino is the culmination of years of exploration, discipline and curiosity, manifesting a menu that’s thoughtful, understated and refined, with balanced flavours and elegant presentation. Seasonality plays a central role in shaping the menu, with ingredients selected at their peak to deliver maximum flavour, aroma and colour. Provenance and ethical sourcing underpin every dish, alongside a strong focus on fermentation and head-to-tail cooking, reflecting [...]