https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/rss/522806/feed The latest news and top stories on Barry Quek. Known for his innovative approach to modern European cuisine infused with Singaporean influences, he leads the Michelin-starred restaurant Whey in Hong Kong. Quek’s culinary journey includes stints at Joël Robuchon, Les Amis, In De Wulf and Attica. en https://assets-v2.i-scmp.com/production/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg Andrew Fowler Andrew Fowler Durian ice cream with caviar. On paper, it feels gauche, an unnecessarily luxurious way to elevate an otherwise straightforward and common dessert. Take a bite, though, and the caviar coaxes out the savoury elements of the durian, balanced by the fruit’s natural sweetness and highlighted by the roe’s clean salinity, all with a pleasing textural contrast. Suddenly, a faintly ridiculous dessert makes perfect sense. This playful juxtaposition has been a signature of Whey, Sheung Wan’s celebrated... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3361575/wheys-new-chef-bringing-western-flair-singaporean-hawker-classics?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3361575/wheys-new-chef-bringing-western-flair-singaporean-hawker-classics?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:00:07 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer Conceived as “a sophisticated homage” to the pork rib bak kut teh, Whey’s Iberico pork three-ways is head chef Keith Teo’s reimagining of a Singaporean classic by bringing together tender Iberico pork rack, slow-braised pork belly and home-made sausage. Founder-chef Barry Quek has long positioned Whey as a modern, personal take on Singaporean cuisine, and the latest iteration continues that idea in the restaurant’s new seasonal menu, which marks both ZS Hospitality Group’s 10th anniversary and... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3361295/dish-focus-iberico-pork-three-ways-whey?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3361295/dish-focus-iberico-pork-three-ways-whey?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 23 Jul 2026 04:30:09 +0000 Chloe Loung Chloe Loung Ahead of the 2026 Michelin Guide Hong Kong and Macau awards ceremony on March 19, the full list of Bib Gourmand selections has been unveiled. This year’s selection of wallet-friendly establishments welcomes eight up-and-coming names to its ranks, recognising eateries where diners can enjoy a high-quality, multicourse meal for less than HK$400 (US$50). The additions bring the total number of Bib Gourmand-rated restaurants in the two cities to 83, with 70 in Hong Kong and 13 in Macau. The... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3346315/michelin-guide-hong-kong-and-macau-2026-bib-gourmand-selections?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3346315/michelin-guide-hong-kong-and-macau-2026-bib-gourmand-selections?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:43:18 +0000 Hei Kiu Au Hei Kiu Au It’s a familiar scene: diners clinking glasses at one of Hong Kong’s top restaurants to celebrate a special occasion, or simply the arrival of the weekend. But these days, rather than the usual cocktail or wine, the vessels may be holding something unexpected – zero-proof creations selected especially for the meal. As wellness-focused lifestyles gain popularity, three leading “sober sommeliers” – Priscilla Tam of Roganic, Dino Hui of Whey, and Alexis Boisseau of Cristal Room by Anne-Sophie Pic –... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3324842/meet-sober-sommeliers-shaking-hong-kongs-fine-dining-scene-roganic-whey-and-others?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3324842/meet-sober-sommeliers-shaking-hong-kongs-fine-dining-scene-roganic-whey-and-others?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:00:18 +0000