Justin Quek (郭文秀) shouldn’t be a stranger to a lot of people. A celebrated Singaporean chef who gained recognition in French cuisines. La Petite Cuisine was the first restaurant that he opened in Taipei after he left Les Amis at Shaw Centre in Singapore. After the closing down of La Petite Cuisine last year, Quek opened a new bistro at Neo 19 in Taipei June this year which served “franco-asian style” cuisines at a relatively friendly price. Continue reading
As the Michelin guide for gourmets began to unfold in recent weeks all over the world, Alain Ducasse, who was entitled as the first “nine-stars chef ” in the world from the guide last year, arrived Hong Kong to visit his restaurant SPOON in Hong Kong a day before the announcement of the new Hong Kong and Macau Michelin Guide 2012. And guess what? His restaurant was awarded with 2 Michelin star this year in Tokyo (Beige) and Hong Kong (Spoon by Alain Ducasse). Continue reading
Exactly two weeks ago, the kitchen in Petrus Island Shangri-la was in chaos. Why?
A very distinguish two star Michelin guest chef -Michel Portos- brought his team and delicacies all the way from Bordeaux to Hong Kong, definitely a rare opportunity for Hong Kongers to get a taste of the rural and delightful Bordeaux without a 20-hour flight. Continue reading
The only restaurant under Alain Ducasse in UK would be Alain Ducasse at the Dorchester. Located in Park Lane, Mayfair, a 5-star hotel in London – the Dorchester – Alain Ducasse at the Dorchester was awarded with Michelin three star. After the starter, I have already love the style of Alain Ducasse. Everything is simple, neat, very subtle and contemporary. Simple on the outside, yet surprising on the palate. The interior design of every Alain Ducasse’s restaurant is a representation of the his unique style – often dominated by angelic white from ceiling to floor, ending with a soft touch of crystal pink, grayish white, pale beige, gentle Khaki green or amber yellow on the cushioned sofa and glassware – all worked very well together under its homey lighting arrangement. Continue reading
My first time in Robuchon a Galera. Featuring a rather traditional style of french cooking, the restaurant impressed me not only by its price, but also its massive yet reasonably priced wine collection.
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Caprice is awarded with 3 star Michelin again in the 2011 gastronomy guide. It was remarked as the 2nd star restaurant 3 years ago and last year it reached 3. Overall, Great food with innovative and fantastic pairing of different taste. Love their signature drinks. Small yet comfortable environment. Reasonably priced. Definitely a place that I would recommend. Continue reading
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