Located at the heart of Mt. Namsan in the center of downtown Seoul, Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul presents a new era of contemporary dining reinterpretations of traditional Korean cuisine at Festa Dining opened on July 11. Chef Leo Kang, famous as one of the presenters of the TV show <Master Chef Korea>, led the Festa Dining project team and created a wide variety of modern Korean dishes inspired by farmers and fishermen from across the nation. With the […]
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Han Li Guang, 1 Michelin Star Labyrinth, Singapore
Chef Han Li Guang, Chef owner Labyrinth was born out of Chef Owner LG Han’s passion for cooking and his creative energy that challenges common perceptions, both in taste and visuals. Born to 3 generations of restaurateurs and F&B operators, food was never far from Han’s mind. So having gained his financial degree from the London School of Economics and working for 3 years as a corporate banker in Singapore, he decided to quit and pursue his first love food. […]
Sebastian Hindrichs, Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour, New Zealand
Born in Cologne, Germany, Sebastian’s passion for cooking began at a young age. After finishing a three year apprenticeship in Cologne, he worked at the Michelin-starred restaurant Lärchenhof before embarking on his international culinary career to Switzerland. “When I was a teenager I discovered how much I enjoyed cooking for friends and family and how fascinating food can be. To me, cooking is so much more than a job, it’s a way of life. Nothing makes me happier than to […]
Reza Kurniawan, Shinta Mani Hotels Group, Siem Reap
A charming and personable young Indonesian National who loves to travel, Chef Reza Kurniawan, Executive Chef for the upscale boutique Shinta Mani Hotels Group has 13 years of international experience, in Asia, the United States and the Middle East. He started his culinary career in the pastry section at the Ambhara Hotel in Jakarta in 2001. His international career began in 2003 when he moved to Dubai with the pre-opening team at Four Seasons Hotel & Resort Doha and at the Grand […]
Paul Hallett, Swissôtel The Stamford Equinox, Singapore
Taking on the colossal reigns of Equinox Restaurant’s kitchen is Chef de Cuisine Paul Hallett who brings to the fore brilliant, classic Modern European offerings at the towering iconic dining destination, renowned for its multi-dimensional culinary experience, service excellence as well as unparalleled views of the famous city skyline. Chef Paul’s signature culinary style, philosophy and techniques are also showcased in creations featured on the menus of Equinox Complex’s New Asia, City Space, Introbar, and four private dining rooms that […]
Oscar’s, Conrad Centennial Hotel, Singapore
One of the most sought after and famous buffet restaurants in Singapore for many years, Oscar’s brings back local delights to its buffet line in celebration of Singapore’s 52nd National Day from July 24 to August 26, 2017. Well located at the renown Conrad Centennial Hotel in downtown Singapore with easy access for diners be it in house guests or the public. With its high walls and modern interiors, Oscar’s is an ideal setting for diners of all ages and occasions from business lunches to […]
July Pick: CasCades Restaurant, Bali
Located in the prestigious Viceory Bali, CasCades Restaurant is an award-winning restaurant perfectly placed for a truly unique dining experience, perched on the ridge overlooking the luscious Valley of Kings offering jaw-dropping views like no other. The fine dining restaurant offers meticulously crafted wine and food menus with distinct European and Asian influences. Helmed by Executive Chef Nic Vanderbeeken, CasCades restaurant produces bold and unique dishes, perfect for any occasion, whether it is a romantic dinner or family gathering, the […]
SVR BlackBookAsia Top 10 Chefs
Exclusively curated and specially chosen to be on our much sought after best of the best chefs Top 10 list, SVR BlackBookAsia presents the most celebrated chefs from around the Asia Pacific region. 1. Christopher Millar, Stellar Singapore For Chef Christopher Millar, texture, purity of flavour and quality of ingredients are paramount when it comes to crafting his unique dishes that represent quintessential, progressive Australian cooking. At the helm of the highest restaurant in Singapore, he and his team continue to push […]
Caprice, 3 Michelin Stars and 28th In Asia’s 50 Best, Hong Kong
Step into Caprice and be taken to a whole new fine dining arena with its classic French cuisine. The chef, Guillaume Galliot brings a myriad of flavours to your table from his many years of experience. He has worked in esteemed kitchens around the globe such as Jardin des Sens and many more. Located in Central, Hong Kong, Caprice overlooks Hong Kong’s iconic harbour from inside the uber luxe Four Seasons Hotel. Mere steps from the city’s premier shopping and […]
Stefano Di Salvo, JW Marriott Hotel South Beach, Singapore
With almost three decades of kitchen and F&B management experience across hospitality establishments in Italy, France, U.K., Thailand, China and Korea, Chef Stefano Di Salvo currently oversees the culinary operations at JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach as the hotel’s Executive Chef. Born to a Sicilian father and Napolian mother in Torino, Italy, Chef Stefano started working in a small restaurant in Genova when he was just 15 years old. He went on to attain his professional training in hotel […]