This being the first blog I have ever done, it seems like yesterday I just got my first blackberry, day before my first cell phone….my my how far I have come. Well here we go–Construction is well on its way for the opening of AME (ahmay) which translated means “rain” in Japanese. Wait how did this all start?? I will give you the simple truth. Michael and I have been planning a reno @ rain for some time as it was our 10th Anniversary. The concept for the reno was to introduce sushi and sashimi to the menu as well as a new area for folks to dine at which was a little more casual then the formal dining area. I know! An original thought right??  Well whatever we needed to maximize all the sq/ft in rain this seemed like the best idea.

We had decided to reno sometime in January which was obviously the best time to be closed. Enter Charles Khabouth – an old friend and hospitality giant who decided to come in for dinner one night when we were still open. As always Charles and I chatted after his meal and I mention the reno to him.

Before you   know it we became partners and the reno went from a small one month gig to a massive overhaul. Enter Munge Leung design firm where Alessandro and his team have been working diligently on delivering and realizing all of our visions. Thankfully Charles’ tastes are so in line with Michael’s and mine it really has been a fun and liberating experience. Sandro has been awesome.  He got the vision right from the start. He has been a blast to work with and I also think I have made a good friend in the process.

Still though so many unanswered questions: Why the names change? What will it look like? What about the menu? Gotta jet my new Robata grill arrives today and I need to accept delivery will be in touch soon… g