Delectable French-inspired delicatessen restaurant which purveys an unpretentious, casual dining experience in the heart of Phnom Penh City. Another proud product of Cambodia’s finest hospitality group, Thalias, Khema La Poste takes over a colonial building which dates back to the 1890s. The quaint neighborhood exudes understated elegance yet adjacent to the main vivacious street and close proximity to Tonle Sap river. Interior-wise, brick walls are left unfinished intentionally with marble tables and hardwood flooring, the perfect interpretation of a modern-day […]
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Royal Plaza on Scotts (Lifestyle Member, Preferred Hotels & Resorts), Singapore
Tucked next to the crossroad of Orchard Road, Royal Plaza on Scotts has undeniably the most ideal location, with a short 3-minute walk to Orchard MRT station and shopping heaven of Singapore. The majestic property has served almost half a century yet shows no sign of aging due to its recent renovation providing the most up-to-date products. A great meeting place in the heart of Singapore’s leisure district. The vast, luminous lobby exudes grace with neutral marble finishing and a […]
Madame Fan, JW Marriott South Beach Singapore
The fast becoming popular Chinese restaurant Madame Fan, offers you a refined taste of China complemented by sophisticated interior décor. Housed in The NCO Club, a charming post war building that has been carefully conserved by the Singapore government and restored to its former glory making it the spot to be at for wining and dining. With culinary maestro Alan Yau and Chef Mike at the helm, the experienced and talented kitchen and service team delights and surprises diners with […]
Barracuda, Singapore
Hidden just a little off from the parallel rows of Korean barbecue restaurants, Chinese eateries, Japanese speciality joints, bars and clubs that line Tanjong Pagar, the newly-opened Barracuda Restaurant along Craig Road offers itself as a sanctuary away from rowdiness and loud music. With made-to-order speciality cocktails and a menu with a distinct cross-regional signature, the beautifully-decorated 30-seater restaurant appeals to all the senses. Although new to Singapore’s restaurant scene, Barracuda is no fledgling when it comes to hospitality and […]
8 Best Private Pools In Asia – Join Savour BlackBookAsia For That Decadent Swim
Nothing like jumping into your own private pool at the end of a day out sight seeing and feasting. In the comfort of your exclusive enclave do those laps or simply soak and lavish over champagne, surrounded with lush greenery or with views of the mesmerizing ocean. Disclosing our hand picked Top 8 properties just for you. 1. Templation, Siem Reap At a perfect spot outside of the vibrant city, surrounded by rich soothing nature, Templation’s proximity to the popular temples […]
Our Favourite Chefs To Look Out For In 2019, With A Total Of 15 Michelin Stars
Savour (SVR) BlackBookAsia’s carefully curated list of our favourite Michelin chefs from around the globe. Each with their own distinct personalities yet all with an unyielding passion for cooking. Here are our specially selected individuals we admire behind the scenes. Jeong Ho Kim, 26th in World’s 50 Best and 2 Michelin Stars, Jungsik Restaurant Seoul Representing the Korean Peninsula is Executive Chef Jeong Ho Kim from Jungsik Restaurant who, along with the restaurant’s chef-owner, Jungsik Yim, brought molecular mastery […]
Savour BlackBookAsia’s 30 Michelin Starred Restaurants To Go To In 2019
What a sensational year 2018 has been for Savour (SVR) BlackBookAsia, touring the world for the most sought after fine dining establishments to present you the very best restaurants with an amazing collective of 30 Michelin stars. In no order of preference, our top choices as follows. Click on the restaurant’s name for the full article. Les Amis, 2 Michelin Stars & 16th In Asia’s 50 Best, Singapore Opened in 1994, Les Amis (Translates to “The Friends” from French) is […]
A Blessed Christmas & New Year Filled With Fond Memories
From all of us at BlackBookAsia Group, here’s wishing all our VIPs, business clients, Hotel/F&B/Lifestyle partners and readers, a blessed Christmas and new year filled with fond memories. We look forward to bring you more luxury hotels, finest restaurants and decadent lifestyle brands in the coming year. A tailored travel guide to the very best accommodation, dining and events around the world, carefully selected and thoughtfully curated just for you. www.blackbookasia.com www.heiproduction.com www.meubelfurniture.com www.savourblackbookasia.com
Bernard Bach, 2 Michelin Stars, Le Puits Saint-Jacques France
The son and grandson of restaurateurs, Bernard grew up among the pots, pans and mixed aromas of kitchens. At 13 he began to earn his crust as a waiter and later set off on a tour of France which ultimately led to his first Michelin star in 1997. He returned home in 1999, settling with his family in Pujaudran, close to Toulouse. His approach to cooking is celebrated for its simplicity, focusing on a respect for the seasons and the […]
Shinji Ishida, 1 Michelin Star, Nogizaka Shin Japan
From 1996, Ishida started training in numerous traditional Japanese restaurants in Tokushima, many of which were considered to be the finest purveyors of Japanese cuisine in the country. In 2011, he joined the three Michelinstarred restaurants Ginza Koju as Chef de Cuisine and two years later, travelled to Paris to launch an international outpost of Ginza Koju, gaining a Michelin star shortly after. He returned to Japan in 2015 to resume his role and one year later, with the help […]