One of the key drivers of modern Mexican cuisine, chef Richard Sandoval grew up as the son of an expert restaurateur and an extended family of food lovers – surrounded by his grandmother’s authentic recipes. Now, with almost three dozen restaurants worldwide, he’s opened his third in Dubai, Zengo, a Mexican-Singaporean fusion concept, and is still raring to go.
The charming French chef, Jean Christophe Novelli, tells us about his meteoric rise to the top, subsequent fall, and eventual recovery, to find out what lessons he’s learnt from the journey.
We love all things associated with France and naturally an affinity towards its hearty cuisine is a major part of it. Dubai’s dining scene lacks a good selection of French bistros that offer bang for your buck...
Tom Kitchin talks about his hard-working life at Michelin-starred restaurant kitchens.
India’s best known chef, Sanjeev Kapoor, tells Rashi Sen why reinvention is paramount in food, in a freewheeling chat about his life and times.
Guy Savoy, one of France’s best known and most respected chefs, waxes eloquent on why food can be magical, in an interview with Jonathan Parsons.
Celebrity chef and restaurateur Shannon Bennett freewheels about Australian cuisine, food history, and why the fundamental principle of real estate should apply to restaurants too, in a chat with Sudeshna Ghosh.
Like everything else at this hotel, the restaurant oozes understated luxe – plush carpeting, silk curtains, crystal chandeliers and a subtle beige colour scheme all of which come together to create an ambience that is on the sophisticated side of glam.
With its marine-inspired décor – think white-wooden walls, colour schemes, and cobalt blue cushions that add a pop of colour...
