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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
La Bottega Di Luca, Bangkok
From the group that brought you critically acclaimed Vesper cocktail bar as well as fine dining Il Fumo, the award winning La Bottega Di Luca stands tall and proud on it’s own merit with sensational food and beverages on the promise of always using only the freshest and highest quality produce as well as ingredients one can find. Elegant interiors with a chic look and feel, ideal setting for dining of all occasions from casual get-together with friends to business […]
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 […]
Issaya Siamese Club, 21st In Asia’s 50 Best, Bangkok
Ideally located in Sathorn district of the capital, a short distance away from Lumpini MRT, Issaya Siamese Club welcomes you with a cozy, warm, elegant setting of strong Thai influences that can be seen in the furniture housed in a wonderfully restored 1920’s Thai-colonial style two story residence. Ethnic design, for a chic bohemian ambiance in the heart of Bangkok. The plush setting is welcoming and comfortable, the dining experience always memorable. What is distinct as you first walk into […]