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WORLD GOURMET AWARDS 2019 CELEBRATES EXEMPLARY SERVICE, INNOVATIONS, AND ADVANCEMENT OF F&B AND HOSPITALITY PROFESSIONALS • Chef Lucas Glanville, Director of Culinary Operations for Grand Hyatt Singapore and Southeast Asia awarded MSC Hospitality Star Award • Singapore’s Odette wins two awards – Huber’s Butchery Restaurant of the Year Award and Culina Old World Wine List of the Year • Halton Executive Chef of the Year Award presented to Chef Chan Tuck Wai of Marina Mandarin Singapore
Singapore, 22 April 2019 – The 19th edition of the World Gourmet Awards 2019, hosted an evening of celebration in honour of industrious F&B and hospitality professionals, as well as establishments, in Singapore and around the region – all whom have contributed and rendered exemplary service, innovations, and advancement of the F&B and hospitality landscape in Asia – at One Farrer Hotel today.
Held in conjunction with the World Gourmet Summit 2019 (WGS), the World Gourmet Awards, highly regarded as one of the most esteemed accolades in Singapore and around the region, returned to discover and celebrate new outstanding talents from the industry.
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“The World Gourmet Awards continues to acknowledge the efforts of key players in the industry, as well as to motivate rising talents in the culinary sphere. We remain dedicated to empower, enrich, and advance both our homegrown and regional culinary professionals since its inception,” says Peter Knipp, Founder, World Gourmet Summit.
A total of 35 awards were presented at the monumental ceremony this year. Awards presented include the highly coveted MSC Hospitality Star Award, which went to Chef Lucas Glanville, Director of Culinary Operations for Grand Hyatt Singapore and Southeast Asia. Singapore’s very own Odette meanwhile, was accorded the Huber’s Butchery Restaurant of the Year Award, with Chef Chan Tuck Wai of Marina Mandarin Singapore bringing home the Halton Executive Chef of the Year Award. The MKN Chef of the Year (Male) Award went to Chef Kirk Westaway from JAAN, Swissôtel The Stamford Singapore, while Chef Bettina Arguelles of InterContinental Singapore Robertson Quay was presented the Cuisine & Wine Asia Chef of the Year (Female) Award.
The awards were presented across six distinct categories – Chef Awards, Hospitality Awards, Wine & Bar Awards, Service Professionals and Establishment Awards, Special Category Awards, and the Highest Honours Category Awards. Please refer to Annex A for full list of World Gourmet Awards 2019 winners and details.
World Gourmet Summit (WGS) 2019
The World Gourmet Summit (WGS) 2019 is Asia’s premier haute cuisine festival that celebrates fine cuisines, excellent wines, and wonderful dining experiences. Offering a unique opportunity to relish gourmet dishes sporting a multitude of culinary influences, the festival runs from 1 April 2019 until 12 May 2019 across various restaurants and venues in Singapore.
Returning with another stunning showcase of gastronomic excellence, WGS 2019 highlights the movement towards food-waste management, and plastic-free environment through the discursive theme of Sustainability in the Gastronomy World. The culinary festival features an extensive line up of multidisciplinary and renowned culinary influencers from around the world, each presenting the best of the world’s exciting cuisines.
Diners are able to dive into exciting dining experiences throughout the festival as local and international gourmet partners present an array of purposefully curated dishes during a line- up of masterclasses, brunches and dinners.
Discover the best in the culinary world and for latest updates on WGS 2019, visit www.worldgourmetsummit.com. Follow us on Instagram @WorldGourmetSummit and on Facebook @WorldGourmetSeries.
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Please refer to appended annexes for more information.
Annex A: World Gourmet Awards 2019 Winners Annex B: World Gourmet Summit 2019 Highlights Annex C: WGA Celebratory Menus – Partner Restaurants Annex D: Hosting Establishment of WGS Masterchef Dining Delights Annex E: World Gourmet Awards 2019 – Partners Annex F: World Gourmet Summit 2019 – Partners
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About World Gourmet Summit (www.worldgourmetsummit.com)
World Gourmet Summit (WGS), Asia’s premier haute cuisine festival to celebrate fine cuisines, excellent wines, and wonderful dining experiences presents a unique opportunity to relish gourmet dishes sporting a multitude of culinary influences. At the 23rd outing of this month-long food festival, expect another line-up of international masterchefs, along with our brightest culinary talents, serving up dinners, brunches, masterclasses, and more in an event not to be missed.
Inaugurated in 1997, the World Gourmet Summit is widely regarded as Asia’s foremost gastronomic event. The WGS epitomises the cuisine, wine, and dining elements of gastronomy. Internationally recognised, the WGS has been conferred 55 awards in the annual International Festivals and Exhibitions Association (IFEA) ceremony in the United States of America since 2000. The World Gourmet Summit is organised by Peter Knipp Holdings Pte Ltd (PKH) and is supported by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB).
About World Gourmet Awards (www.wgsawards.com)
Inaugurated in 2001, the World Gourmet Summit’s World Gourmet Awards (formerly the Awards of Excellence) is an accolade to acknowledge the efforts of key players in the hospitality industry who deliver the best dining experiences and products to their guests.
Supported by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), the awards aims to motivate talents in the culinary industry to excel in their profession and promote the appreciation of fine dining in Singapore, as well as in the region.
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About Peter Knipp Holdings Pte Ltd
Peter Knipp Holdings Pte Ltd (PKH) offers a multi-faceted range of services for the hospitality industry. It includes an events management arm which provides events planning, conceptualisation and execution services including the World Gourmet Awards (www.wgsawards.com), and the World Gourmet Summit (www.worldgourmetsummit.com).
It also encompasses a publishing arm that produces the bi-monthly Cuisine & Wine Asia magazine, a weekly e-newsletter since 1996 (www.asiacuisine.com) and provides marketing communications consultancy services. Its final arm is the Foodservice Consultants Singapore Pte Ltd, an F&B consultancy and kitchen design (www.fscs.com.sg)
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ANNEX A: WORLD GOURMET AWARDS 2019 WINNERS
CHEFS AWARDS S/N Awards Winners 1. Electrolux Asian Cuisine Chef of the Edward Chong, Peach Blossoms, Marina Year Mandarin Singapore This award seeks to recognise a Head Chef Chong is a seasoned culinary Chef who is directly involved in a professional who specialises in Chinese restaurant kitchen operation and fusion and Cantonese cuisines. He believes demonstrates a high level of talent and in using the freshest ingredients and creativity in preparing authentic true- bringing out the natural flavours of the to-Asian cuisine. The nominees must seafood, meats and crisp vegetables. consistently set standards of Inspired by his mother’s cooking, Chef excellence in the culinary arts as well Chong strives to serve up wholesome as provide excellent dining dishes like how a mother would for her son. experiences.
2. Allspice Institute Baker of the Year Dan Ng Eng Heng, Grand Hyatt This award seeks to recognise a baker Singapore who prepares breads and a variety of Dan Ng is a veteran baker who has savoury baked dishes in a physical tirelessly worked at his craft for over three outlet(s) and who serves as an decades. Ng enjoys challenging himself exceptional standard-bearer of and his team every day as he keeps an eye excellence and quality. on industry changes over the years such as the recent rise of many artisan bakeries. To Ng, imparting his knowledge and skills to others and watching them gain confidence and experience in their crafts is one of the most rewarding things about the job.
3. Cuisine & Wine Asia Chef of the Bettina Arguelles, InterContinental Year (Female) Singapore Robertson Quay This award seeks to recognise a Head Having originally attained a Bachelor of Arts Chef (Female) who is directly involved in Communication, Bettina ventured into in the daily restaurant or kitchen the culinary world in 2006, driven by a operations. The nominees are experts passion for cooking that earned her a in the culinary field, and her exemplary Diploma in Advanced Culinary Program in dedication has enhanced the image of Singapore. She then gained experience in the chef and this professional top hotels and restaurants, honing her craft association. The nominees must in French and Italian cuisine. Having refined consistently set standards of her expertise immensely, she was
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excellence in the culinary arts as well subsequently invited to join the pioneer as provide excellent dining team for the opening of DB Bistro Moderne experiences. at Marina Bay Sands Singapore. Returning to her home country of Philippines, Bettina continued to hone her mastery of Western cuisine as a French Sous Chef and later on as Restaurant Operations. Infusing her creations with an alluring warmth and passion for excellence, Bettina moved back to Singapore before joining the pre-opening team at InterContinental Singapore Robertson Quay in May 2017.
4. MKN Chef of the Year (Male) Kirk Westaway, JAAN, Swissôtel The This award seeks to recognise a Head Stamford, Singapore Chef (Male) who is directly involved in The pure simplicity of Chef Kirk’s creations the daily restaurant or kitchen believes the many layered intricacies that operations. The nominees are experts go into crafting them. He adds a dramatic in the culinary field, and his exemplary touch to the fine dining experience at JAAN dedication has enhanced the image of with his bold yet elegant combination of the chef and this professional flavours and textures, as well as refined association. The nominees must techniques and artful plating. consistently set standards of excellence in the culinary arts as well as provide excellent dining experiences.
5. Halton Executive Chef of the Year Chan Tuck Wai, Marina Mandarin This award seeks to recognise an Singapore Executive Chef who is directly involved Executive Chef Chan Tuck Wai has more and responsible for at least two food & than 15 years of professional culinary and beverage outlets and banquet facilities kitchen management experience. A in a hotel / restaurant chain in champion of creativity and innovation, Chef Singapore. The nominees must Chan constantly seeks to create new and consistently set standards of intriguing dishes; at the same time, excellence in the culinary arts as well ensuring a high standard of food quality as provide excellent dining and effective management of food cost experiences. control. Chef Chan is also a respected member of the Singapore National Culinary Team, bagging more than 18 international awards, including the Gold Medal at the World Association of Chefs Societies World
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Congress 2012 and the Best Chef Award at Food & Hotel Asia 2012.
6. U.S. Dairy Export Council Innovative Miller Mai, Ding Dong Chef of the Year As Head Chef of Ding Dong, Chef Miller This award seeks to recognise an brings his enthusiasm and existing skills individual who dares to defy culinary and experience to manage his team at the traditions by creating an innovative restaurant, to bring to guests, the highest dish that stimulates every sense and level of gastronomic satisfaction. With its creates new sensations, using a given ardent passion for food, he hopes to selection of U.S. cheese products. continuously improve and offer guests a playful, inventive, and unique take on modern Southeast Asian cuisine.
7. Fabristeel Junior Chef of the Year Sherine Lim, InterContinental Singapore (Female) Sherine started her culinary journey at the This award seeks to recognise a junior age of 18, studying at a Culinary School for chef (Female) who is of 26 years of the basic foundation of cooking. She likes age and below (as of 31 December cooking and food, and the science behind 2018), and has shown great passion food. for the culinary industry.
8. Fabristeel Junior Chef of the Year Koh Han Jie, El Fuego (Male) Chef Koh Han Jie has forged his culinary This award seeks to recognise a junior experience in the kitchens of local and chef (Male) who is of 26 years of age international Michelin starred and below (as of 31 December 2018), establishments. He graduated from the ITE and has shown great passion for the – Institute Paul Bocuse culinary arts culinary industry. programme. He was recently appointed as Head Chef for El Fuego by Collins, the first halal concept of Modern European cuisine restaurant at Jewel Changi Airport.
9. Cacao Barry Pastry Chef of the Year Ben Goh, InterContinental Singapore This award seeks to recognise a Pastry Chef Ben Goh is an award-winning Pastry Chef who has displayed Chef from InterContinental Singapore exceptional talent in the pastry field in where he leads the pastry and bakery Singapore. The nominees should departments recognised for the delicate display the ability to drive the Afternoon Tea presentations and stunning consistency and quality in pastries and pastry creations in the four restaurants and desserts offered at a physical outlet(s). bar of the hotel – Ash & Elm; Man Fu Yuan;
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The Lobby Lounge; and Victoria Bar, Club InterContinental, and banquets in the hotel.
10. Welbilt Rising Chef of the Year Sujatha Asokan, Botanico at the Garage (Female) At Botanico, Sujatha embraces the This award seeks to recognise a contemporary-bistro cuisine and continues Female individual who is 32 years of to challenge herself by melding her own age and below (as of 31 December experiences with heritage and culinary 2018) and is directly involved in a techniques to elevate seasonal produce at restaurant kitchen operation in their freshest and best. Singapore. The nominees should display an impressive talent, exemplary dedication and is likely to make a significant impact on the industry in years to come.
11. Welbilt Rising Chef of the Year Matteo Ponti, Forlino (Male) At Forlino, Chef Matteo showcases his This award seeks to recognise a Male unique style of cooking which draws individual who is 32 years of age and inspiration from ‘Mama’s’ classic recipes below (as of 31 December 2018) and from his childhood, sustainability, seasonal is directly involved in a restaurant ingredients, and local produce with kitchen operation in Singapore. The contemporary execution. nominees should display an impressive talent, exemplary dedication and is likely to make a significant impact on the industry in years to come.
HOSPITALITY AWARDS S/N Awards Winners 1. Winterhalter Caterer of the Year Purple Sage Group This award seeks to recognise a Purple Sage goes way beyond fusing arts catering team with the most creative and sciences to deliver exquisite dining and impressive set-up. The nominees experiences, true to its mantra “Lifestyle must also exhibit excellent service Catering, Sensory Dining”. standards that meet the requirements of their guests. The nominees may be from hotels, restaurants or event catering companies.
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2. U.S. Dairy Export Council Gourmet Angliss Singapore Distributor of the Year Incorporated in 1948, Angliss Singapore is This award is presented to a Gourmet one of the leading broad line food service Distributor in Singapore that features providers. The company takes pride in an impressive range of gourmet delighting over 4,000 major local and products targeted at industry clients. overseas customers with dedicated personalised service and consistent top- notch quality food products sourced internationally.
3. U.S. Dairy Export Council Gourmet The Providore Retailer of the Year The pleasure of discovering, creating, and This award seeks to recognise a sharing good food is what inspired The Gourmet Retailer in Singapore that Providore brand. Good food in all its forms; features an extensive range and wholesome, traditional, innovative, variety of premium gourmet products nurturing, and nourishing is what drives the such as meat, poultry, olive oils, etc. brand.
4. Marrone Hospitality Institution of Temasek Polytechnic the Year Established on 6 April 1990, the campus of This award seeks to recognise a the institute sits on a 30-hectare plot near hospitality institution that provides full- the Bedok Reservoir in the eastern part of time and part-time courses for Singapore. Temasek Polytechnic has nurturing individuals in the Hospitality, approximately 15,000 full-time students Tourism, and Food & Beverage and more than 1,200 academic and industry in Singapore. administrative staff.
5. SFFA Wine Distributor of the Year Asia Wine Network This award is presented to a Wine Backed with more than 25 years of wine Distributor in Singapore that features experience and wine knowledge, their wine an impressive range and variety of specialist has established an enviable wine- excellent wines targeted towards its selecting repertoire from the phenomenal industry clients. diversity of WORLD OF WINES – “WOW”! Being the direct wine importer and distributor, they are selective, because of their customers. They constantly source wines with each and every bottle that has a deeply embedded tale of character and unique personality of which they strongly believe such will surprise your wine discoveries and redefine your wine passion.
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WINE & BAR AWARDS S/N Awards Winners 1. Culina New World Wine List of the Diamond – Mezza9 Year Enjoy a culinary adventure at Grand Hyatt This award is presented to three Singapore’s Mezza9, a dining destination establishments, ranked in order; home to nine different dining concepts Gold, Silver, and Bronze, that including six live kitchens, a martini bar, and emphasise on New World wine labels a gin & tonic bar. With its live show kitchens and varieties. and international flair, the multi-concept *Eligible establishments must have dining and wining venue remains committed been in operation for at least ONE to sourcing environmentally-sustainable YEAR (at the point of nomination). food and beverage options to give discerning consumers access to fresh, flavourful, and ethical menu options.
Platinum – Wooloomooloo Steakhouse Wooloomooloo Steakhouse is situated in a stunning locale with impressive views of the city. Comprising 6,300sqft of wining and dining space, the stylish restaurant promises a memorable dining experience with its premium steak selection, Australian-inspired offerings, as well as an outstanding range of wines and cocktails.
Gold – The White Rabbit Housed in a restored 1930s chapel on Dempsey Hill, The White Rabbit has garnered acclaim for its excellent food, wine expertise, and impeccable service. The menu is a tribute to classic European cuisine, taken to new heights with sumptuous ingredients and finesse.
2. Culina Old World Wine List of the Diamond – Odette Year Working with the world's best boutique This award is presented to three producers, Odette serves Modern French establishments, ranked in order; cuisine that is guided by Royer's lifelong Gold, Silver, and Bronze, that respect for seasonality, terroir, and artisanal emphasise on Old World wine labels produce sourced from boutique producers and varieties. around the world.
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*Eligible establishments must have Platinum – Dolce Vita been in operation for at least ONE Befitting of the space, the menu features YEAR (at the point of nomination). authentic Italian fare reinterpreted with creativity, passion, and finesse. Premium produce are flown in from Italy, and dishes are created with the finest ingredients of the best quality. To elevate the indulgence, diners can peruse an outstanding collection of fine wines handpicked by an award- winning sommelier.
Gold – Iggy’s At Iggy’s, the wine programme possesses equal importance as the food. Developed by award-winning sommelier and founder Ignatius Chan, it features an extensive collection of Burgundy wines imported directly ex-Domaine.
3. Provins Rising Sommelier of the Yeo Xi Yang, PARK90, Regent Singapore Year Even before attaining his Certified Specialist This award seeks to recognise a in Wine accreditation in 2013, Yeo Xi Yang Sommelier who is of 28 years of age had been working at Les Amis, the two- and below (as of 31 December 2018) Michelin-starred French restaurant. He was who possesses an in-depth formerly the head sommelier at The Black knowledge of wines. The nominees Swan, making him one of the youngest in must be capable of delivering Singapore to hold that title. He won excellent wine service (salesmanship Sopexa’s Best Sommelier of Singapore in and wine recommendations) to French Wines in 2016 and went on to enhance the customer’s overall dining represent the country in Asia’s Best experience. Sommelier in French Wines.
4. Provins Sommelier of the Year Daisuke Kawai, La Terre This award seeks to recognise a Daisuke Kawai is co-founder and Chief Sommelier who possesses an in- Sommelier at La Terre. He has over 20 years depth knowledge of wines. The of experience in the F&B industry, much of nominees must be capable of which has been focused on wine, and La delivering excellent wine service Terre is a culmination of this experience. (salesmanship and wine Kawai’s wealth of experience also comes recommendations) to enhance the from his travels to over 35 countries, where customer’s overall dining experience. he has observed diverse cultures, food, and wines. Kawai’s work philosophy is centred
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heavily around hospitality.
5. Arctic Brands Group Bar Manager Jerrold Khoo, Jigger & Pony of the Year One of the most familiar faces at Jigger & This award seeks to recognise a Bar Pony, Jerrold first joined in 2013 when it was Manager who is professional and only a single venue, and not yet a group. knowledgeable. The nominee Prior to that, his journey into the hospitality demonstrates a high degree of industry started off at the age of 19 as a competency in managing a floor staff at Loof. Long-admiring the craft successful bar operation in and the hands-on aspect of bartending, Singapore. Jerrold strived hard in his tasks, and was promoted to bartender there.
6. Arctic Brands Group Bar of the Atlas Year ATLAS is a celebration of the grand Art Deco This award seeks to recognise a bar lobbies of Europe and of the era’s rich that demonstrates excellence in culinary and beverage traditions. cocktail, spirits and/or beer varieties, as well as provides an exquisite drinking experience for its patrons in Singapore.
SERVICE PROFESSIONALS & ESTABLISHMENT AWARDS S/N Awards Winners 1. Chope Asian Cuisine Restaurant of Peach Blossoms, Marina Mandarin the Year Singapore This award seeks to recognise a A celebrated Chinese restaurant since its restaurant / restaurant chain in opening in 1987, Peach Blossoms has Singapore that serves authentic true- established its name as one of the to-Asian cuisine, and demonstrates restaurants serving traditional and exceptional gastronomic, service contemporary Cantonese fare, as well as excellence and creativity. unique dim sum delights. Diners may enjoy their meals in a cozy and contemporary oriental ambience at Peach Blossoms dining hall, which offers a seating capacity of 160 pax. Exclusive gatherings can be held in any of their four private dining rooms, including The Chef’s Table, which is decked with show plates and intricate rosewood furniture.
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2. Luzerne Food & Beverage Manager Abraham Tan, Royal Plaza on Scotts of the Year Singapore This award seeks to recognise an A veteran in both the Food & Beverage and F&B Manager who is professional, Culinary field, Food & Beverage Manager of knowledgeable and possesses a high Royal Plaza on Scotts, Abraham Tan, has degree of competence. The nominees accumulated a wealth of experience in the must be directly involved and past 23 years. Chef Abraham has joined responsible for at least two food & Royal Plaza on Scotts since 2006 and he beverage outlets and banquet leads a team of service angels and culinary facilities in a hotel / restaurant chain wizards, serving up divine international in Singapore. buffet dishes in the hotel’s award-winning restaurant, Abraham’s role is pertinent to the success of Carousel.
3. Ece Rental MICE & Banquet Christopher Lee, Carlton Hotel Singapore Manager of the Year Born and bred in Singapore, Chris brings on This award seeks to recognise a board more than 20 years of hospitality MICE/Banquet Manager who is experience. After graduating from SHATEC professional, knowledgeable, and with a certification in Food & Beverage possesses a high degree of Management, Chris started working at the competence. Singapore Marriott Hotel as Banquet Captain in 1997. With his passion and diligence, he quickly rose through the ranks holding various supervisory, managerial, and director roles at different hotels. These include Holiday Inn Park View, Meritus Mandarin Singapore, PARKROYAL on Beach Road, Grand Park City Hall, Holiday Inn Orchard City Centre, and Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium.
4. Hobart New Restaurant of the Year Le Bon Funk This award seeks to recognise a new The establishment is the brainchild of Chef- restaurant that brings a fresh outlook Owner and Burnt Ends alumnus, Keirin to the industry, demonstrating Buck, who leads the communal dining excellence in food, beverage, and programme at Le Bon Funk. Presenting itself service whilst breaking from the norm as an antithesis to traditionally stuffy wine and bringing Singapore’s restaurant bars, Le Bon Funk brings ‘fine casual’ to scene forward into the future. Singapore’s food and beverage realm with its refreshing blend of exceptional boutique wines, and elevated, meticulously prepared
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plates, all set in a convivial atmosphere.
5. Luzerne Restaurant Design of the JAAN Swissôtel The Stamford Singapore Year Derived from the ancient Sanskrit word for This award seeks to recognise a ‘bowl’, JAAN is an intimate, 40-seat dining establishment / restaurant with restaurant dedicated to showcasing the an interior and exterior space that finest in modern French cuisine and service showcases a high degree of aesthetic excellence in Singapore. The ornate interior quality, innovation and functionality, features a stunning Murano crystal and silver to support the ambience of the free-form chandelier that spans the entire establishment and provide an overall length of the ceiling. The beauty of the unique experience for patrons. chandelier is only outdone by the breathtaking view of Singapore’s scenic landscape, as well as the truly outstanding culinary and service experience that has become the hallmark of this multi award- winning restaurant.
6. Meiko Restaurant Manager of the Lyon Leong Wei Jie, Burnt Ends Year Lyon Leong is the restaurant manager This award seeks to recognise a leading the front of house team at Burnt Restaurant Manager who is Ends, a one Michelin-starred modern professional and knowledgeable. The Australian barbecue restaurant in nominee demonstrates a high degree Singapore’s Chinatown neighbourhood; of competency in managing a currently ranked #61 on the San Pellegrino successful restaurant operation in World’s 50 Best Restaurants List and #12 on Singapore. the San Pellegrino Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants List for 2018. Born and raised in Singapore, Lyon studied Hospitality and Tourism Management locally and worked with several fine dining to casual dining restaurants.
7. Huber’s Butchery Restaurant of the Odette Year Odette is named in tribute to Julien Royer's This award seeks to recognise a grandmother who taught him how some of restaurant that demonstrates the most remarkable dishes can come from exceptional gastronomic and service the purest ingredients; and believed in excellence in Singapore. ensuring that the fundamental pleasures of enjoying a meal are delivered in the most thoughtful, welcoming, and hospitable manner.
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8. Teaspec Restaurateur of the Year Beppe De Vito, iLido Group This award seeks to recognise an With over 25 years of management and individual who is the owner of an operational experience in London, Paris, independent or chain of successful Italy, Spain, Hong Kong, United States, and restaurant(s) in Singapore. Southeast Asia, Beppe’s commitment to his craft was recognized with the title ‘Innovative and Bold Restaurateur’ (Gastromonth organized by Robert Parker), and his private kitchen BRACI received its first Michelin Star in 2017.
SPECIAL CATEGORY S/N Awards Winners 1. Luzerne Everyday Best Table Sushi Ayumu Award Luzerne has been designing and Sushi Ayumu symbolises a fresh start with creating bespoke fine china for the immense possibilities. It originates with the world’s most celebrated restaurants, fervent desire to share their pleasure for rich hotels and chefs since 2004. Drawing Japanese culinary art form. Respecting the on over 70 years of expertise from heritage and honouring key elements, our parent company Hiap Huat Holdings Tokyo (edomae) style sushi served Pte Ltd, Luzerne became Singapore’s “Omakase” or trust the chef uses produce first tableware manufacturer to sourced daily from Japanese fishermen and develop its own line of products in suppliers masterfully treated with traditional 2010. Today, Luzerne tableware is techniques to accentuate its natural flavour. used in restaurants and hotels You will be well looked after by our team of globally. Japanese Sushi chefs, each of whom have more than a decade of “edomae” sushi Fifteen contestants from the New experience. Restaurant of the Year, Restaurant of the Year, and Restaurant Manager of the year categories were chosen to participate in this contest.
The contestants were given 120 mins to dress-up a table setting for two persons, using five of Luzerne’s collection tableware.
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2. Luzerne Special Recognition Award Chef Haikal Johari, Executive Chef of The Luzerne Special Recognition Alma Award celebrates either organisations Chef Haikal Johari is the Executive Chef at or individuals that have made notable Alma by Juan Amador, following a achievements for the culinary distinguished culinary career in some of the profession in Singapore. finest restaurants in the region, including the highly-acclaimed Water Library restaurants which he helped establish in Bangkok, Thailand. Chef Haikal brings with him a combination of Asian flavours and influences – from Japanese herbs to Thai spices – which he incorporates into Alma by Juan Amador’s menu, resulting in fine European cuisine with a nuanced Asian twist.
HIGHEST HONOURS S/N Awards Winners 1. MSC Hospitality Star Award Chef Lucas Glanville, Director of Culinary The Hospitality Star award is Operations for Grand Hyatt Singapore conferred upon an individual deemed and Southeast Asia to have made exceptional Lucas Glanville has been the Executive Chef contributions to the F&B industry, be of Grand Hyatt Singapore since 2010. An it through bringing recognition to, or Australian national, Chef Glanville began his raising awareness of the region, or career 28 years ago following formal culinary making a significant and lasting training at Slough College in the United impact on the industry by setting the Kingdom (UK). He’s sharpened his knives at stage for the future generation. restaurants including Mayfair's Le Gavroche in the UK and The Point on Albert Park Lake in Australia; and is now key in showcasing exciting new approaches at Grand Hyatt Singapore's Mezza9. Chef Glanville joined Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok in 2005 as Executive Chef, where he was instrumental in creating culinary concepts at the hotel's Tony Chi-designed projects including – Tables, a classic European tableside cooking restaurant, The Campus, offering a twist on nostalgic university life, and The Residence, a multi-functional events venue.
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2. Lifetime Achievement Award Sam Leong This award seeks to recognise two Chef Sam Leong is no stranger to the media individuals whose significant as 26 years of culinary expertise and contributions over a minimum span of innovation has honed him to be Singapore’s 15 years have led to the promotion very own celebrity chef. He also has had the and growth of excellence within the honour of serving world famous public Food & Beverage industry. figures such as Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew, former US presidents George Bush This individual is a visionary who has and Bill Clinton, and Queen Elizabeth II of constantly strived for higher England. He became the first Singaporean standards and contributed ideas to chef to join Singapore Airline’s International influence the development of the Culinary Panel of world-renowned chefs. Food & Beverage industry. Inspired by his wife Forest’s passion for teaching, Chef Leong hopes to impart to novices and trained chefs alike not only the skills of innovative cooking but also the essence of food and hospitality.
Nikheel Advani Mr Nikheel served as the top operational executive in the successful expansion and renovation of Grace Bay Club from a USD 15million 21-room boutique hotel to a USD250 million full-service luxury resort with 82 suites and The Estate residences; as well as expanded the brand with the acquisition of Point Grace, West Bay Club, The Private Villa Collection, and future development projects, Rock House and South Bank. When he is not managing growth and development, he is teaching at Cornell University, speaking at Les Roches, and sits on various boards including the SEUS Regional YPO Chapter, Leading Hotels of the World, and The Bonhi Tree Foundation.
3. World Gourmet Summit Awards of Culina Excellence Hall of Fame The Hall of Fame was introduced in Culina is a leading purveyor of specialist 2009. Each of these hospitality epicurean foods and wines. The professionals have received an award establishment meticulously sources the in the same category at least three world for the best to please discerning
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times. palates. Their partnerships with producers who share its philosophy and commitment to quality and food safety has earned them a sterling reputation as Singapore's top gastronomic purveyor.
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ANNEX B: WORLD GOURMET SUMMIT 2019 HIGHLIGHTS
WGS 2019 promises over a month-long of exciting dining experiences as well as industry- driven events to discuss some of the most pertinent issues concerning the gastronomic world today – sustainability. Diners are will be exposed to exciting dining experiences as local and international gourmet partners present their fresh and premium products during a host of curated brunches and dinners.
UNGA: Gastro-Market Place Date: Tuesday, 23 April 2019 Time: 6.00pm – 10.00pm Venue: Chijmes Lawn, 30 Victoria Street, Singapore 187996
World Gourmet Summit celebrates more than just dining experiences. The Gastro-Market Place, in its third instalment offers a platform for farmers and growers to showcase their ingredients and harvests, and to educate diners on the many aspects within the food industry. Head down to the Gastro-Market Place to sample produce from some Singapore’s farmers and growers. Expect to find delicious grubs and refreshing tipples, as well as home-grown brands showcasing various culinary products and ingredients. The Gastro-Market Place is open to the public and is priced at S$10 per entry. For more information and updates, visit www.worldgourmetsummit.com.
World Gourmet Summit Masterchef Dining Delights Date: Wednesday, 24 April 2019 – Saturday, 27 April 2019 Venue: Various, visit www.worldgourmetsummit.com for more information and reservations.
Some of the city’s most notable and award-winning establishments will be hosting luxurious and specially crafted dinners during the festival. Embark on an international culinary journey featuring a stellar line up of culinary stars, from young, up-and-coming chefs, to renowned culinary maestros from across Asia, Eastern and Central Europe, as well as North and South America; each presenting the best of the world’s exciting cuisines. Join them as they put together an eclectic selection of epicurean creations, in collaboration with local chefs and restaurants. For full details of dinners and partner restaurants, visit www.worldgourmetsummit.com.
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WGS Gastro-Brunch Date: Sunday, 28 April 2019 Time: 11.00am – 3.00pm Venue: Tamarind Hill, 30 Labrador Villa Road, Singapore 119189
The WGS Gastro-Brunch offers diners a gastronomic escape away from the city. Relax and savour a wide selection of gourmet brunch offerings within a historic colonial bungalow perched atop the forested Labrador Nature Reserve. For more information and reservations, visit www.worldgourmetsummit.com.
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ANNEX C: WGS CELEBRATORY MENUS – PARTNER RESTAURANTS
1. Arbora Restaurant 2. Ashino 3. Bakalaki Greek Tavern 4. Bedrock Bar & Grill 5. Blue Lotus Chinese Eating House at Sentosa 6. Ding Dong 7. El Mero Mero 8. Fat Cow 9. Frieda 10. Grissini at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel 11. HRVST Bistro 12. Hua Ting Restaurant at Orchard hotel Singapore 13. Il Cielo at Hilton Singapore 14. La Barca Ristorante & Wine Bar 15. Le Bistrot du Sommelier 16. Mitzo Restaurant & Bar at Grand Park Orchard 17. Morsels 18. NAMI Restaurant and Bar at Shangri-La Hotel Singapore 19. Nouri 20. Open Farm Community 21. Origin Grill at Shangri-La Hotel Singapore 22. OSO Ristorante at Oasia Hotel Downtown 23. Peach Blossoms at Marina Mandarin Hotel 24. Punjab Grill 25. Shisen Hanten at Mandarin Orchard Singapore 26. Summer Palace at Regent Singapore 27. Tamarind Hill Singapore 28. Tatsu 29. The Modern Izakaya 30. The Ottomani 31. The Sampan 32. The Wine & Gourmet Friends 33. Tien Court Restaurant at Copthorne Kings Hotel 34. Whitegrass
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ANNEX D: HOSTING ESTABLISHMENT OF WGS MASTERCHEF DINING DELIGHTS
1. Akira Back at JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach 2. ANDAZ Singapore 3. Blue Lotus Chinese Grill House at Tanjong Pagar 4. Blue Lotus Kitchen + Bar at Alexandra 5. Dolce Vita at Mandarin Oriental Singapore 6. El Mero Mero 7. Forlino 8. Grissini at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel 9. Mezza9 at Grand Hyatt Singapore 10. Morsels 11. SKAI at Swissôtel The Stamford 12. V Dining
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ANNEX E: WORLD GOURMET AWARDS 2019 – PARTNERS
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ANNEX F: WORLD GOURMET SUMMIT 2019 – PARTNERS
Premium Partners
Primary Partners
Charity Partner
Official Destination Partners
Official Reservations & Ticketing Partner
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Partners
Gastronomic Partners
POLISH BEEF ASSOCIATION
Hospitality Partners
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Official Broadcasting Media Partner
Official Gourmet and Lifestyle Media Partner
Official Expat Lifestyle Media Partner
Media Partners
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Official Gin Partner
Wine & Spirits Partners
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