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Remy Lefebvre is no stranger to the F&B scene with almost two decades of experience working in internationally renowned Michelin-starred restaurants and five-star hotels around the world. Growing up in the Ivory Coast before returning home to France, Lefebvre fine-tuned his culinary skills with professional stints in Mexico, Spain, the Middle East, India, Hong Kong, and the Caribbean before coming to Singapore in 2016. The French chef’s most formative years as a fine dining chef were spent working in Spain with gastronomic masters at a time when the country was the epicentre of the “vanguard cuisine” phenomenon. Lefebvre’s first position here was helming Mexican restaurant El Mero Mero, before taking on the role as head chef at Butcher’s Block, Raffles Singapore. June this year saw Lefebvre launch his namesake Casa…

Privacy within a public space is a luxury worth paying for. Perks like discretion and exclusivity aside, private dining rooms grant occupants niceties both off-menu and, sometimes, off-the-wall. Think rarified, immersive experiences bolstered with fine food, better drinks – or simply the best view in the house. It’s the perfect solution when you want to dine with a select group of friends (once regulations are relaxed, of course) but cannot be bothered with dusting off the silverware. NEST AT ONE FARRER Some of the most exclusive private dining rooms are perched high above the heritage district of Little India with panoramic views of the city. There are 13 venues at Nest at One Farrer where guests can enjoy complete exclusivity and privacy while enjoying bespoke menus from the hotel’s award-winning…

CNIEL or French Dairy board, with aid from the European Union, recently launched the second edition of its highly anticipated annual Pastry Show, showcasing this year’s theme of “Unexpected Matches”. The event on 26 Aug at Eat At My Kitchen challenged renowned pastry chefs to, as the theme suggested, think outside of the box and create something unexpected; a never-seen-before, haute pastry with French cream and butter, using aromatics and spices instead of traditional fruits to break the mould of traditional and classic. Cream has been an important pastry ingredient in France since the 11th century, and ever since the 18th century when pastry-making achieved a real turning point, pastry chefs have been pushing their creative boundaries, infusing French pastry classics with a more modern spirit whilst still keeping the…

One says Bonnes Mares, the other says Beaune. In every other respect the labels look the same – there’s no gold-embossed lettering, no crystal-studded glass, not even a gift box. Both come from Burgundy. Both are made from the same variety, Pinot Noir. Yet one is 20 times more expensive than the other. Wine is notoriously obtuse. Look closer at those labels and you’ll see grand cru written on the label of the Bonnes Mares. For wine lovers, those are the magic words indicating the highest-ranking Burgundies, coming from specific vineyards that imbue their grapes with heavenly levels of complexity – hence the sky-high price. ALL BOTTLED UP Perhaps it’s only what’s inside the bottle that matters, but as a luxury experience, wine often falls short. Wine bottles look essentially…

Seoul-born chef Louis Han grew up in fast-paced, trendy and forward-looking district Gangnam, and was already training in the kitchens by the age of 17. Now at just 31 years, the talented chef has opened his own restaurant Nae:um, showcasing a personal cooking style he calls contemporary Seoul cuisine, a combination of western techniques with heritage Korean flavours. At Nae:um, the progressive vibrancy of Seoul meets the flavours of folk traditions but with an international appeal. Because Han believes that people relate to one another when they share a common experience such as the bond of food, his episodic menus showcase different food stories inspired by his own personal journey. Though it references the city, Han’s offerings at Nae:um are not typical food from Seoul or an interpretation of Korean…

FoodBarn FoodBarn began its journey in 1998 as a small cafe where country charm meets modern day comfort, serving quick and delicious meals that are filled with wholesome goodness to fuel the busy bees in the bustling Garden City. Galaxis, #01-13, 1 Fusionopolis Place, Singapore 138522 Alexandra Techno Park, The Hub, 438C #01-02/03, Singapore 119968 thefoodbarn.com.sg 1-for-1 Selected Side Dishes Valid from 1 May 2021 to 30 April 2022 • Applicable for side dishes under Lite Bites section. • Valid for dine-in only. • Limited to 1 redemption per table only. Kipos The secret to healthy eating: Satisfy, don’t deprive. At Kipos, we believe that eating healthy doesn’t have to mean giving up your favourite treats or indulging in your favourite foods. With our local favourites like Quinoa Lemak and…

It has been 46 years since a Canadian art student found his way to Bali, fell in love with the island and its time-honoured jewellery-making tradition, and decided to establish an artisan collective. The student’s name was John Hardy and he arrived just in time to meet the old master artisans who made jewellery for the late kings and queens of Bali. The silver and goldsmiths drew their inspirations from ancient myths, legends, nature, symbolism and cultural motifs. Applying different techniques – from granulation to weaving – each piece that they crafted was delicately made with simple tools such as hammers, foot-pumped bellows and scissors. It was a testament of Balinese savoir-faire, a craftsmanship that has been passed from generation to generation. Fast forward several decades later, John Hardy is…

On an enlightening afternoon, more than 40 epicure readers attended an exclusive food and wine pairing workshop organised by Vins de Provence. The event on 24 September at The Glasshouse, Andaz Singapore, showcased Provence rosés along with a six-course lunch. French-trained sommelier Stephanie Rigourd shared with readers how rosés are produced as opposed to reds and whites, the types of rosés, the region, and its terroir expressions. “In one glass, you have the style and history of a specific area – the weather, soil, topography and savoir-faire of the producer,” she said. As readers enjoyed their meal which included Asian-inspired courses, she highlighted how each of the six Provence rosés could enhance the dishes, ranging from Hokkaido scallop carpaccio to the crisp fried chilli prawn wonton served with spiced aioli.…

SIX SENSES IBIZA Designed for today’s experiential travellers and creative souls, Six Senses Ibiza is located in Xarraca Bay, the northern tip of the island. The resort channels the Balearic vitality and bohemian spirit by creating a transformative environment through sustainable design, culinary delights, holistic wellness treatments, and immersive experiences. Sustainability is the heart of this resort, which is partly powered by a renewable energy source with zero waste and zero single-use plastic implementation. Opt for a stay in one of the 116 guest rooms, pool suites, beach caves or at one of the Six Senses Residences Ibiza estates. Discover the island’s enchanting ocean, nature, community and locale through the resort’s programming and experiences. Be it a plant-based meal, a recording studio, longevity treatment at Six Senses Spa or a…

Tempe (or tempeh for the sake of English pronunciation) is a compact, white cake-formed product often made from boiled soybeans through controlled fermentation with Rhizopus spp (a type of fungi). Its natural flavour can be described as nutty, mushroom-like and meaty. High in protein and fibre as well as low in saturated fat content, tempe has also been identified as an excellent source of calcium, iron, zinc and vitamin B12. Its prebiotics, para-probiotics and isoflavones are excellent for gut health. Tempe is not only highly nutritious but also affordable, making it a staple food for Indonesians across social and economy classes, making up 10 percent of total protein consumed, even higher than meat and chicken eggs. Tempeh: A semicentennial review on its health benefits, fermentation, safety, processing, sustainability, and affordability…

“We are discovering a new terroir,” says Maxence Dulou. As the winemaker and estate director at Ao Yun Estate in Yunnan province, Dulou is keenly aware that he is on new frontiers. “No two years are the same, and we are learning a little bit more every season.” Translating to “flying above the clouds,” the name Ao Yun is a nod to the winery’s position in the remote spell-binding Mekong valley. The closest city, Shangri-La, is four hours away. The UNESCO-protected region is fed by three parallel rivers, running through steep gorges and surrounded by glaciated peaks more than 6000m high. The vineyards sit in the villages of Adong, Shuori, Sinong and Zidang, perched up at altitudes of 2200m to 2600m above sea level. Summers are dry as the mountains…

Knives are, without a doubt, a valuable kitchen essential. When you are always chopping, dicing and slicing during meal preparations, you need the right tools to act swiftly and efficiently. Enter the all-new WMF Kineo knife series. Designed for everyone including novices and budding chefs, the new knife series offers the perfect combination of craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology to offer precision and ease. Check out the Kineo six-piece Block Set, which comprises a knife block, chef’s knife (20cm), bread knife (20cm), meat knife (20cm), vegetable knife (9cm) as well as a honing steel. Besides providing performance-driven sharp edges, these knives also present ergonomically shaped handles for the best grip possible. So whether you are slicing bread, vegetables or meats, you will have a good variety of apparatus to choose from.…

HUAWEI MATEPAD PRO The latest Huawei Mate Pro is among the first in a range of Huawei tablets to be powered by HarmonyOS. Bringing about a more efficient way for users to interact with tablets, the gadget is designed to meet the performance and work style needs of professionals and content creators. So enjoy a minimalist and symmetrical device equipped with a Harman Kardon tuned quad speaker sound system, as well as an impressive 11 hours of continuous HD Video playback for battery life. $998, available at all Huawei Experience Stores and selected consumer electronic stores including Best Denki and Challenger. M.CRAFTSMAN POWER BANK When you’re working remotely, charging outlets are not guaranteed. But you can now make sure that all your devices (yes, all) are constantly powered thanks to…