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Chocolate-making as craftsmanship
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 15/03/2019
» A native of the south of France, chocolatier Frédéric Hawecker was awarded the prestigious Meilleur Ouvriers de France (MOF) title in 2011. The title denotes that the recipient is one of the best craftsmen in France in his field, Hawecker's being chocolate.
'Indian, but not too Indian'
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 01/03/2019
» Chef Srijith Gopinathan, who runs the Michelin-starred eponymous restaurant at the Taj Campton Place Hotel in San Francisco, once described as "the best bet to take Indian cuisine to the next level internationally", is not a fan of the phrasing.
Old things new
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 01/02/2019
» Swiss-born Nicolas Elalouf, owner of Man Mo Dim Sum, may be many things. But one thing he doesn't want to be called is "chef".
Southern sensation deserves its reputation
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 25/01/2019
» The name Supaksorn "Ice" Jongsiri has long been associated with Baan Ice, the southern Thai restaurant known for its traditional family recipes. This changed last year. Now chef Ice is known as the man behind Michelin-starred Sorn, one of Bangkok's most exclusive new restaurants. Sorn has a four-month waiting list. And for good reason.
100% fresh
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 04/01/2019
» A familiar pok-pok sound greets me as I enter the newly-renovated Charoen Krung favourite, 80/20. This is intentional, I later learn, intended to remind diners that 80/20 is a Thai kitchen serving Thai cuisine. The expanded space has a wall with murals by local artist Luke Satoru and Khun Rose, the mother of one of 80/20's chefs.
The alchemist of spices
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 04/01/2019
» The first foreign chef in Vietnam after the war, Didier Corlou has always aimed at promoting the cuisine of Vietnam. "I have travelled the world and worked in North Africa, Comoros, Bora Bora, Malaysia -- anywhere I found interesting. I like to work with people," says the veteran French chef.
Italy by the sea
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 28/12/2018
» Acqua Phuket has been a Phuket favourite since forever, even before it's Plate distinction in the Michelin Guide Bangkok, Phuket and Phangnga.
The multicultural chef
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 07/12/2018
» A household name in Sweden, Thai-born chef Sayan Isaksson is known for bringing together global culinary influences, namely Japanese and French, with contemporary Scandinavian flavours and styling.
A star is born
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 30/11/2018
» When chef Thitid "Ton" Tassanakajohn isn't jet-setting the world as the unofficial ambassador for Thai cuisine, he is busy making a name for himself and Le Du worldwide. Having been on the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants list for a few years, No.14 in 2018, Le Du earned its first Michelin star this month.
Star spangled dinner
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 16/11/2018
» The Michelin Guide has led to an explosion in the Thai food scene since it was first published a year ago. Now, for better or for worse, every restaurant new and old is chasing stars. Having made such waves in Bangkok, it is not surprising that the guide has decided to spread its wings and look further afield to see what the rest of Thailand has to offer. This year's edition, in addition to its selection of the capital's finest, also features picks from nearby provinces, as well as Phuket and Phangnga.