Chef Sotho Yem has worked in the culinary field for over 15 years. A native of Siem Reap, Cambodia, he found his calling to cuisine at a young age. He began his career in the hospitality industry as a kitchen steward back in 2002. Truly determined to become a professional chef, he then joined a 5 star luxury hotel in 2004 where he had the opportunity to learn different cooking techniques and hone his culinary skills through working with other […]
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Prego, Fairmont Singapore
Located in Fairmont Singapore, Prego has a spacious capacity and features an array of Italian food which will not disappoint diners who are seeking out truly authentic and traditional Italian food. Decorations such as the Parmesan wheel, hanging sausages, wooden tables and carts, coupled with the Italian service and dining styles are bound to bring all diners a legitimately Italian experience. With natural lighting over a warm tone throughout the premise, Prego restaurant depicts a relax and trendy atmosphere which in turn […]
Tim Pheak, Jaya House River Park, Siem Reap
A very hands on person with a down to earth personality, Executive Chef Tim Pheak showcases his passion in the kitchen with his love for cooking as a strong foundation. He believes in leading by example with a “can do” attitude, always striving to be the best he can as a chef to achieve his goals through hard work and that good team work is of utmost importance. Full of pride in his Cambodian heritage, he is always looking for ways to promote Cambodian cuisine to the […]
Yingyod Raktham, Long Chim, Singapore
Born in Pattani, a southern province of Thailand, Yingyod discovered his love for cooking at a young age. His first culinary influences were his grandmother and mother, who were avid home cooks. After graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel and Tourism Management, he enrolled in the intensive Traditional Thai Cuisine program at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Apprenticeship Program (OHAP) in Bangkok. Handpicked by Chef-Restaurateur David Thompson, he moved to Singapore in 2015 to lead the kitchen at Long Chim. Yingyod previously […]
Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul – Experience a New Era of Contemporary Korean Cuisine
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 […]
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. […]
BlackBookAsia x Savour BlackBookAsia x Sky Grande Prix
BlackBookAsia and Savour BlackBookAsia is excited to announce our partnership with Sky Grande Prix once again returning for its sixth instalment during Singapore’s F1 season. At this year’s Sky Grande Prix, partygoers can expect five nights of glamour, mingling, champagne and delectable food. Expect nothing less as each night presents a different themed party — from the debut of international resort wear label Peppermint Avenue, the launch of Dunhill Icon Racing Green fragrance and an all-day gourmet pop-up. Taking place […]
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 […]