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Tetsuya Wakuda’s Singapore Is a City of Ritual, Resilience, and Remarkably Good Meals

In a city that dazzles with options, Japanese chef Tetsuya Wakuda keeps returning to morning markets, tranquil spaces, and the comforting consistency of Toast Box.

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Santiago Lastra’s London: The KOL Chef's Special Occasion Spots

Update your to-visit list with top recommendations from Santiago Lastra, the chef behind MICHELIN-Starred KOL.

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Keith McNally's New York

The restaurateur and author divulges on where he spends his off-duty time in Manhattan.

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Thomas Keller on "Chef's Table: Legends"

One of the world’s most celebrated chefs discusses his legacy.

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The MICHELIN Guide's Only Polish Restaurant in America

How many pierogi can you eat? The record at Pierozek is 88! Bib Gourmand Pierozek brings people together for delicious, traditional Polish cuisine in New York.

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Filipino Chef Johanne Siy’s Singapore is a Feast of Memories and Bold Flavours

Filipino-born, Singapore-trained, and globally seasoned, chef Johanne Siy has made a name for herself at Lolla with bold, generous flavours that speak of home. Here, she shares the places that fuel her cravings, nostalgia, and inspiration.

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Corey Lee's Buckwheat Jeon is Proof That the Soul of Cooking Starts at Home

In a world chasing the new, Corey Lee of 3-Star Benu looks back. Today, he revisits the flavours of his Korean heritage through a humble yet profound dish of buckwheat jeon, a loving tribute to the unspoken rituals of Korean home kitchens and dishes.

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Three MICHELIN Stars, Now What? Chefs on Evolution Beyond Excellence

What happens when a restaurant has attained three MICHELIN Stars? Described as the pinnacle of culinary achievement, the Everest of fine dining, many chefs will say that achieving the coveted accolade is just the beginning. In Singapore, where the food scene is both ruthless and exhilarating, the Lion City's top chefs reveal what comes after three MICHELIN Stars — and why staying on top is even harder than getting there.

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Behind the Dish: Oryz’s Sate Pho, Where Vietnamese Pho Meets Teochew Satay Noodles in a Bold Fusion

How does a chef tell the story of migration, history, and cultural intersections through his signature dish?

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Jeremy Chan’s London: The Ikoyi Chef on Why Camberwell is King

The innovative culinary mind behind one of London's most acclaimed restaurants shares his favourite haunts.

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Meet the Maverick Behind Penang's Lucky Hole: Waymann Cheong’s Bold Culinary Revolution

Waymann Cheong, winner of the MICHELIN Guide Kuala Lumpur & Penang 2025 Young Chef Award, is shaking up George Town’s dining scene at Lucky Hole with daring, boundary-pushing creations. Leading a team of untrained but passionate newcomers, his philosophy of honest cooking and fearless innovation is redefining fine dining — and captivating the culinary world in the process.

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Proudly Pugliese: Mirko Febbrile on Championing Sustainable Italian Cuisine in Singapore's Pasta-Laden Scene

After making his mark with casual Bib Gourmand restaurant Fico, the Puglia-born chef embarks on his next ambitious ode to the cuisine of his homeland.

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Behind the Dish: The Soup that Goes Oomph at Canvas

Dive into the mind of Riley Sanders during his alternative rock & roll era, as he crafts the picturesque 'soup.'

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Dylan Bachelet’s London: The ‘Bake Off’ Finalist’s Top Picks

The 2024 finalist of the beloved ‘Great British Bake Off’ tells us where he gets his pastries and what it's like working in a MICHELIN-Star kitchen.