MEET THE CHEFS OF XIN CUISINE CHINESE RESTAURANT

Chef Kwan, the mastermind behind Xin Cuisine's signature dishes like the Roast Duck smoked with Tea Leaves, Baked Sea Perch with Miso Sauce, and Stir-fried Wagyu Beef Cubes with Black Pepper and Longan, has a remarkable culinary journey. Beginning his career as a 13-year-old apprentice in a Hong Kong dim sum restaurant, he was inspired by his father, a seasoned chef, and immersed in rich culinary traditions. Despite not having formal education, Chef Kwan's relentless passion and dedication led him to work as a Chinese Chef across prestigious restaurants and hotels in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taiwan, perfecting his craft along the way.

Affectionately known as Chef Nam, he is the resident Dim Sum Chef at Xin Cuisine, bringing over 30 years of experience to the art of innovative and delicate dim sum and pastries. Hailing from Guangdong, Chef Nam began his career as a dim sum apprentice, working his way up to become a master in desserts and confectionaries. His signature creation, Xin’s mini baked egg custard mooncake, has been a bestselling favourite for years. In addition to his renowned dim sum and mooncakes, he is affectionately known as the hotel’s festive chef, overseeing the preparation of rice dumplings for Dragon Boat Festival and radish cakes for Chinese New Year, further demonstrating his passion for festive Cantonese delicacies.

Chef Teo brings over 30 years of culinary expertise to the table, having embarked on his culinary journey at the age of 21 to fulfill his childhood dream of becoming a chef. A passionate creator, Chef Teo finds immense satisfaction in the art of food plating, considering it a key aspect of his craft. He takes pride in assisting the Head Chef to develop new and innovative dishes, such as Sautéed Truffle Mushroom and Smoked Duck Salsa and Chilled Charcoal Beef Ball, which have garnered appreciation from guests far and wide. In his earlier years, Chef Teo’s love for intricate designs extended beyond food, as he was part of an ice sculpting team that won 2nd place in a competition in China, further showcasing his artistic flair and dedication to his craft.