Chefs Ashore

Copenhagen’s Alchemist Mixes Gastronomy with Social Impact

Alchemist features what the chef coins “holistic cuisine,” connecting culinary, visual and performing arts and design to science, technology and social impact for a “dramaturgically-driven sensory experience.”

Ikoyi: The Duo Behind London’s Hottest Restaurant

There’s a palpable sense of anticipation as I arrive at Ikoyi to interview chef wunderkind Jeremy Chan and co-founder Iré Hassan-Odukale.

Belgium’s Rare Flower: Botanic Santuary Antwerp

“Culinary travel is something that everyone is talking about so lots of people are passionate about our destination,” says General Manager Christian Hirt, referring to the exceptional gourmet offerings at Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp.

La Liste: The First Global Restaurant and Hotel Guide

When Cologne-born Jörg Zipprick, co-founder and editor of La Liste mobile app, was just 18 years old, he got severely sick and received the best advice of his life: find what brings you pleasure when you eat.

How Chef Eric Ripert Makes Le Bernardin Top of La Liste

In a conversation with world renowned chef Eric Ripert of Le Bernardin in New York City, ranked number one on La Liste, Angela Dansby stirs up his inspiration for excellence in his three-Michelin-starred restaurant of 20 years.

Just Desserts: Sweet Talk with Michelin Star Pastry Chef René Frank

With an army of accolades and two Michelin stars under his belt, René Frank has made quite a name for himself during his 15 plus years in the food industry. You won’t find any Wagyu steaks or tuna tartare on his menus, though.

How Chef Armando Aristarco is Championing Traditional Italian Cuisine at Belmond Hotel Caruso

Perched on Ravello’s highest peak you’ll find Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast, where the cuisine of Chef Armando Aristarco is perfectly paired with the stunning views in a timeless, elegant setting.

The Wandering Chef: Traversing the Globe with David Myers

Chef David Myers is proud of his moniker, The Gypsy Chef, and it's his love for the open road and his passion for travel that inspired him to open a number of award-winning restaurants across the globe.

Showing us the Ropes: Getting to Know Julius ‘The Chef’ Jackson

For most people, reaching the heights of one career is more than enough to aspire towards. Whether it’s those 10,000 hours we all need to master a skill (according to Malcolm Gladwell’s sell-out book Outliers), or the compromises we have to make in our private lives, getting to the peak of any field is no picnic.

A Taste of the Maldives: In Conversation with Chef Gaushan de Silva

Cooking up a storm for some of the world's most discerning clientele at Velaa Private Island in the Maldives, Chef Gaushan de Silva unravels his life, career and exemplary cooking skills.

How Chef Shahar Dahan’s Couture Cuisine is Redefining Monaco’s Japanese Food Scene

Chef Shahar talks us through his dream three-course menu, his most bizarre culinary experiences, and how he brings Japanese couture cuisine to the heart of Monaco.

An Omani Adventure with Chef James Reppuhn of The Chedi Muscat

Having kicked off his culinary career at the Ritz Carlton following extensive training in Italian, French and American cuisine, Chef Reppuhn is no stranger to luxury hospitality. It’s no surprise then that The Chedi Muscat has recently snapped him up as its new executive chef.

Mastering Luxury Indian Cuisine with Chef Rohit Ghai

If you’re a lover of fine Indian fare, it’s highly likely you’re familiar with the name Rohit Ghai. Hailing from Punjab in the north of India, the two Michelin-starred Rohit attributes his love of cooking to his mother, who would cook simple yet hearty meals for him as a child.

Bon Appetit: Speaking Fine French Cuisine with Chef Dominique Lory of Monaco’s Louis XV

With three 3 Michelin star restaurants in Paris, Monaco and London, plus countless other starred establishments to his name, Alain Ducasse is arguably one of the most decorated chefs in the world. It takes someone extremely special, then, to take over the helm of one of his most famed establishments.

Chef Takeo Yamazaki Blending East and West at Yoshi Monaco

When a young Takeo Yamazaki started working in a small Japanese restaurant to save up for his first motorcycle, little did he know that he would go on to become one of Japan's most respected culinary wizards.

From Fine Dining to Flipping Burgers - Four Chefs at the Top of Their Game

From fine dining British cuisine to flipping the best burgers in Sydney, these four culinary geniuses attract travellers from near and far with signature dishes full of fun and flair.

Daniel Echasseriau Talks Cuisine at Marigot Bay

As the director of food & beverage and culinary operation at the Marigot Bay Resort and Marina on the eastern Caribbean island of St Lucia, Daniel Echasseriau brings with him over 26 years of experience curating delectable dining experiences.