Chef of Bourke’s, new Hong Kong wine bar, on avoiding the burnout of fine-dining kitchens

Chef of Bourke’s, new Hong Kong wine bar, on avoiding the burnout of fine-dining kitchens

“Being hospitable and courteous is our way of welcoming you into our home, because we’re feeding you,” says Tara Margarita, head chef of Bourke’s, a new wine bar and restaurant in Hong Kong Island’s bustling SoHo area. “It’s plain, simple, human love, and that’s all I’ve wanted to do.” Inspired by the liveliness of Bourke … Read more

No Michelin star? No problem – chef of Peach Blossoms in Singapore on forging his path and finding recognition

No Michelin star? No problem – chef of Peach Blossoms in Singapore on forging his path and finding recognition

Chong was not optimistic about his chances of receiving a star, but decided to go in the end. “In the ballroom, when fellow chef friends came to say hello, the camera popped up sharply at me and, just as fast, it left knowing that I was not part of [the winners],” he says. He was … Read more

‘Being in Hong Kong has changed my life’: how a chef from London overcame burnout to thrive in the kitchen – now he works ‘smarter, not harder’

‘Being in Hong Kong has changed my life’: how a chef from London overcame burnout to thrive in the kitchen – now he works ‘smarter, not harder’

“So far, the reception is great,” Draper says. “Because of the whole music element, there’s a fun vibe here. I get to have fun with the dishes and no one minds if the tables get a bit messy. Also, because the food is quite simply presented, it makes it easier for sharing as people just … Read more