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 […]
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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 […]
Enoteca, Bangkok
Located in a central yet very private area, minutes by foot from the main Sukhumvit Road stretch of shopping malls diners will find themselves in a private compound liken to the peaceful countryside cottage in Italy. A wall of wines from various Italian regions forms a gorgeous backdrop in the dining room with hues of white, red and brown from the modern furnishings allowing guests a sense of dining in the comfort of their home over classic dishes from Italy […]
Water Library At Central Embassy, Bangkok
A trip to Paris has never been so easy. Already from outside the Water Library at Central Embassy you feel transported to the city of love, and more precisely to the Eiffel Tower as the grandiose entrance does not try to hide. Opened in 2014, this is one of the last new additions to the Water Library Hospitality Group. The Water Library follows the concept of a French bistro – a small and modest restaurant – set in the 1920s, […]
Spasso, Grand Hyatt Bangkok
A reference in Bangkok’s entertainment scene for more than twenty years, Spasso not only is the place-to-be for a smart-casual night out with live music, but also one of the best Italian restaurant in the city. Located in the basement of Grand Hyatt Erawan, it has managed to ride out the years and the capital’s exceptional development in the domain of gastronomy and entertainment. This is a reason on its own to check the place out. As you step in […]
Savelberg, 1 Michelin Star, Bangkok
1 Michelin star Restaurant Savelberg has been awarded the accomplished star for 2 years in a row since Michelin guide came to Bangkok. The gastronomic offering focuses on historic French dishes and is complemented by modern techniques created by the team led by Chef Henk Savelberg. Housed in upscale Oriental Residence, diners will easily fall in love with the sumptuous dishes served here. A crowd favorite for both locals and tourists. Are you looking for the best restaurant in Bangkok […]