A lesson in class
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Sit down at any fine-dining restaurant in Hong Kong and chances are an alum of Amber, the Landmark Mandarin Oriental's flagship French restaurant, will have had a hand in crafting your dining experience, whether it be the food, wine or service. Such is its wide-ranging influence that Amber this week hosted a 16-hands dinner over three nights, bringing many of its Michelin-starred former chefs back to Hong Kong for a unique menu in celebration of its 18th anniversary. Ahead of the event, I spoke to Richard Ekkebus, the Landmark Mandarin Oriental's culinary director, on what it takes to become a hotbed of culinary talent in today's fast-changing world.
Also in this week’s line up:
- The best places to catch the October 1 fireworks with good nosh to boot
- We round up the most stylish restaurants to open in Singapore this year
- Get to know the best wines and whiskies to pair with your mooncakes
Gavin Yeung
Senior Dining Editor, Tatler Hong Kong
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