Executive Chef – Andrea Accordi
Italian Executive Chef of the Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong brings the best of two culinary worlds together with Chinese-Italian fusion cuisine, so we jet setted to the Pearl of the Orient to talk about – and taste – this intriguing and delicious, award-winning approach. A palm of Italian. A dash of Asian. And some Czech Republic and Russian thrown...
Chef Owner – Andrew Walsh
Breaking down the boundaries of fine dining formalities, Chef-Owner Andrew Walsh of Cure in Singapore is proving that award-winning, world-class cuisine doesn't need a white table cloth and silver service to be exceptional. Sitting in a shabby-chic cafe in Bali, drinking a Bintang and discussing local street food, it's hard to believe that the previous head chef of award-winning Esquina...
Sydney Restaurateur – Maurice Terzini
Groundbreaking Italian-Australian restaurateur Maurice Terzini is shortly to open Da Maria in Petitenget, his first venture into Bali’s flourishing culinary scene. Exquisite Taste was thrilled to catch up with him pre-opening to uncover a little bit about the man and what we can expect from Da Maria. E : It’s a real pleasure to see you here in Bali, so...
Will Meyrick – Mentoring the future, with Tarun Bhatia
On 1st October, Will Meyrick hosted a very special dinner for invited guests and friends at Sarong showcasing San Pellegrino South Asian Young Chef of 2016, Tarun Bhatia, and his winning dish, the daab chingri, a Bengali curry with fresh prawns in a malai curry puree. Having secured the South Asian title, Tarun Bhatia will now travel to Milan,...
William Wongso Stars at Arsana
Chef William Wongso brings his authentic Indonesian cooking to life at the new Arsana Restaurant at the Alila Seminyak. Arsana Restaurant is one of the latest additions to Bali’s culinary world. Focusing solely on authentic Indonesian cuisine, Arsana aims to educate the public on what the true taste of Indonesia is really about. The restaurant’s chef patron is none other...
Bali’s first speakeasy
Baker Street Social is a tiny bar that is full with just 30 people. While this speakeasy-style venue has no sign outside and a small cocktail menu, those in the know love its rich ambience and creative bartenders. The dedicated bar team, led by Creative Director Jimmy Burchett, is focused on artisanal spirits and crafting cocktails especially for you....
The Table by Golden Circle
In the third quarter of 2016, Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts announced the launch of The Table by Golden Circle, a new food and beverage loyalty programme that offers unparalleled benefits to members who dine at Shangri-La properties both on the road and nearer to home. The dining programme is the latest initiative in the ongoing transformation of Golden Circle,...
Modern Brunch at L’Avenue
Starting from 24th July 2016, L’Avenue Restaurant, the primary dining venue of The Hermitage a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Jakarta launched its Sunday Brunch featuring a variety of tantalizing dishes crafted by Chef Francesco Greco’s molecular techniques using traditional Indonesian ingredients. Favourite stations include the al fresco pasta and noodles station, a meat section that offers prime cuts of beef, chicken,...
A Culinary Theatre
The Alaya Resort Ubud has opened its much talked about second restaurant, Manisan. Under the influence of celebrated Indonesian gourmand and food ambassador William Wongso, Manisan is a culinary theatre that showcases chefs at play. The traditional form of local food preparation involves spontaneous cooking surprises honouring the diverse and authentic flavours of the Indonesian archipelago. Incidentally, William Wongso...
20 Years at Ayana Resort and Spa Bali
Twenty years is worth a celebration, and the Ayana Resort and Spa Bali is doing just that throughout the month of November with its 20 Reasons to Stay three-night package featuring over 20 amazing benefits. The property boasts over 17 restaurants and bars led by a brigade of experienced chefs from across the globe. Indulge in a range of...
