Cedric Allen Mendoza: Unlearning Perfection at ReCraft Manila
After years shaped by precision and consistency, Cedric Mendoza returns to Manila with a quieter understanding of what bartending can be.
After years shaped by precision and consistency, Cedric Mendoza returns to Manila with a quieter understanding of what bartending can be.
From corporate strategist to Managing and Culinary Director, Adriel M. Simorangkir reshapes Bimasena and The Rooang through a modern Indonesian bistro philosophy built on comfort, heritage, and purposeful leadership.
From barback in Dubai to Beverage Manager at AQUA Bangkok, Ryan Dela Vega brings a philosophy of restraint, balance, and people-first hospitality to The Secret Garden menu at Anantara Siam, where cocktails are crafted to feel calm, intentional, and quietly memorable.
Known for his minimalist fire-led approach, Chef Yudha Permana brings Southeast Asian and Japanese influences to life at YUKI and Meimei in Bali.
Founded by Brazilian-born Liza Deubez, Paletas Wey has grown into a nationwide brand over the past decade, offering healthier popsicles made with real fruit and natural ingredients from across Indonesia.
Get to know the masterminds behind YUKI and Meimei, two of Bali’s most talked-about dining destinations.
Executive Chef Jérémy Jouan brings global experience and a clear vision to The Langham, Jakarta, aiming to elevate its dining scene through collaboration, discipline, and a deep respect for culinary culture.
Chef Garima Arora connects Indian and Thai culinary traditions through her boundary-pushing restaurants Gaa in Bangkok and Banng in Gurgaon.
Paulo Naranjo brings his passion for innovation, and world-class mixology to St. Regis Bar Jakarta, aiming to elevate both his team and the city’s cocktail scene.