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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 […]
Ma Maison, Bangkok
Located in the beautifully conserved Nai Lert park with a history that dates back to old Bangkok, classic furnishing with floor to ceiling windows lets in natural light to elevates one’s dining experience. Ample car park slots in the premises and large sitting capacity allows for hosting of private events catering from the romantic date for two to large group or family outings. The menu consist of Thai home specialties with recipes past down by the owners family from generation […]
Ryohei Hieda, 2 Michelin Stars, Shoun RyuGin Taiwan
Born in 1981 in Nagasaki, Ryohei Hieda began his professional career in 2000 at the age of 19 by apprenticing at the prestigious Kyoto restaurant Gion Nakagawa. During his training, he acquired fundamental knowledge and techniques of traditional Japanese cuisine. In 2005, chef Hieda returned to Kyushu to work at the famed restaurant Itaru where he learned to make artisanal salt and the expert use of it in the seasoning of dishes. He also gained deep appreciation of using the […]
Wakanui Grill Dining, Singapore
Located at the west tower of the Marine One is Wakanui Grill Dining Singapore, serving the best of New Zealand steak and lamb. Hailing from Tokyo by ANCO Foods, where Wakanui Tokyo is one of the leading establishments serving New Zealand beef and lamb fused with Japanese cuisine. Wakanui is actually a Maori name, ‘Waka’ meaning canoe and ‘Nui’ meaning land of plenty. In their Singapore restaurant, the decoration is sleek and sophisticated, perfect for an afternoon business lunch or […]
Hua Ting, Singapore
Having reopened early 2018 after a four-month multi-million renovation, Hua Ting now sports a more luxurious and prestigious interior design within Orchard Hotel – a masterful blend of traditional Chinese motifs and character with modern day art styles and clean simplicity – as befitting of its 26 years of serving award-winning fine Chinese cuisine and acclaimed service. Not only has its look changed, its menus have been redesigned to feature new line-ups of exquisite flavours and curated ingredients such as […]
Dom Pérignon Plenitude Suite At Stellar 1-Altitude
The long awaited launch of Dom Pérignon Plenitude Suite at Stellar 1-Altitude does not disappoint with a dining experience unlike any other. The first of its kind in the whole of Asia, the celebrated opening in gastronomic hot spot Singapore leaves even the most discerning of gourmets speechless at the spell-binding sensory journey. The culinary team led by veteran chef Christopher Millar has a combined kitchen experience of many years that makes even Michelin starred restaurants envious. Using only premium […]
The Bay Hotel, Singapore
Opened in 2011, the Bay Hotel represents the best of boutique hospitality in Singapore, with 319-rooms that present an oasis of calm and cosmopolitan chic for travellers seeking a home away from home. The hotel features an iconic diamante-inspired façade, which carries within to a luxurious interior. Nestled at the doorstep of Sentosa, the Bay Hotel’s perfect location means that attractions such as the Siloso Beach and the Universal Studios theme park are mere minutes away. Of course, the Bay […]
BlackBookAsia x Penhaligons
In an evening of sensory discoveries, guests of BlackBookAsia enjoyed an interactive and entertaining time discovering their favourite scent from the sheer variety of Penhaligon’s fragrance universe. This perfumer renown around the world for their perfumes as well as decadent candles, bath and skincare products made with only the most premium ingredients around. Bringing creative and quality perfumes to audiences since 1870, a total of 147 years through history with each Penhaligon’s scent telling a fascinating tale. Just like its new Portraits […]