For diners with an appreciation for fine dining and gastronomic concepts, Chef Emmanuel Stroobant’s indelible footprint in Singapore’s culinary scene, sets him apart from many celebrity restaurants that have recently arrived our shores. Famed for his savour faire of marrying contemporary French cuisine with Asian-inspired elements, his attention to setting new benchmarks, earned him a 1 Michelin star in the second edition of Michelin Guide Singapore 2017 and 2 Michelin Stars in 2019. Being the only Singapore member of the […]
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KLM Launches New World Business Class Cabin In Airbus 330-300
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines’ first Airbus 330-300 to be fitted with the new World Business Class cabin interior made its first flight mid December to Havana (KL723). The cabin refit for the remaining 20% of KLM’s fleet will be completed by the end of 2018. In addition to the new design, there will be full-flat seats and a new inflight entertainment system for all World Business Class passengers to enjoy. The first A330-300 to be fitted with the new World Business […]
Emmanuel Stroobant, 2 Michelin Stars and Relais & Châteaux, Saint Pierre
Chef Emmanuel Stroobant has indeed come a long way! Hailing from Belgium, his career began at a tender age of 16 with the cleaning of dishes in one of his country’s best restaurants. He had oped that this part time job would help pay his way through university as his first ambition was to be a lawyer. Whilst finishing high school and juggling between academics and his night job, Stroobant took an affinity to his working environment, and was soon on his way to […]
Le Du, 1 Michelin Star & 4th in Asia’s 50 Best, Bangkok
Hidden gem behind discrete walls and a small garden patio, Le Du is an intimate fine dining restaurant serving an array of modern Thai cuisine situated minutes away from Chong Nonsi BTS station. Combining modern cooking methods and the finest quality local ingredients, Le Du has brought modern Thai cuisine to a whole new level of deliciousness. 4 years into the business, Le Du is owned by restaurant manager Tao and head chef Ton both still full of passion till this very day about passing […]
Scalini, Hilton Hotel, Bangkok
Scalini located in the prestigious Hilton Sukhumvit, serves mouth watering Italian classics holding strong to traditions from Italy. Decked out with comfortable sitting in a contemporary setting with spruce lightings and natty furniture plus an open kitchen concept where diners can view all the chefs in action. There is a huge wine cellar with world class selections in the main dining area and see-through fridge showcasing different type of meats served, some even possible to purchase to consume at home. Set to be […]
Bochinche, Singapore
Ever since the last proper Argentinian restaurant closed at ICON Village years ago, there has not been a significant offering from the land of the tango; until the arrival of Bochinche part of the celebrated Spa Esprit group. With a host of positive vibes from many gourmets, expectations are certainly high and diners will not be disappointed with the restaurant’s delectable cuisine, innovative drinks and impeccable service located just a stone’s throw from Telor Ayer MRT station, on Amoy Street. Restaurant […]
007 In Concert Promotion for BlackBookAsia Members and SVR BlackBookAsia Readers
The name is Bond. James Bond. Direct from London this stunning concert explodes for 2 nights only with the music from each and every James Bond film. 28 world-class musicians from the United Kingdom and from the BASE Philharmonic Orchestra in Singapore will be performing all the hit songs from 50 years of 007 movies. You will enjoy the greats like Goldfinger, Diamonds Are Forever, Skyfall, Thunderball, Live And Let Die, Goldeneye and Licence To Kill amongst all the others. […]
JW Marriott South Beach, Singapore
Luxuriously classy and homely yet infused with a sense of quirky outlandishness, JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach – officially opened in March 2017 – sits primely in Singapore’s heart of entertainment and commerce, designed by renowned designer Philippe Starck (for interior) and award-winning British architects Foster & Partners. Fitted with six hundred and thirty four rooms, two pools, an exquisite spa, famed contemporary Japanese restaurant Akira Back and a myriad of food & beverage, JW Marriott Singapore South Beach is truly a […]
Luu Meng, Malis, Siem Reap
The chef whose name has become synonymous with the research and revival of Cambodian Cuisine, Luu Meng is one of the founders of Malis restaurant in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, together with numerous other enterprises. Meng started his career at a hotel school in Thailand, before building on his training across the region. He returned to Cambodia to take up a position with the Sofitel Cambodiana in Phnom Penh, before moving to Siem Reap in 2002 as part of […]
Adrift by David Myers, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Located at the lobby of tower two in Marina Bay Sands, Adrift is a modern Izakaya that not only strives to impress its guests with its extensive bar but also with its playful, expressive culinary creations. Having opened in early 2015, Adrift is the brainchild of award-winning chef David Myers and revered mixologist Sam Ross. With both having illustrious careers in their own fields, Adrift is set to take the Singaporean culinary scene by storm and have been doing so […]