New Executive Chef Brings Flavors of Straits Chinese to Orchard Hotel Singapore

Chef Paul's Baba Theatre Kitchen at Orchard Cafe

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. July 11, 2013

Singapore - July 11, 2013 - New Executive Chef Paul Then will be adding on a whole new delicious spread of authentic Straits Chinese dishes at Orchard Cafe's show kitchen. From a range of appetizers, soups, hot dishes and scrumptious delights all the way to desserts at Chef's Baba Theatre Kitchen, the Tok Panjang buffet will be all set to dazzle!

In his new capacity, Chef Paul will helm the entire Culinary Department at Orchard Hotel and will be launching his signature Straits Chinese delicacies which stem from his rich Peranakan heritage, brought together with assorted flavorful spices and unique creations, coupled with his determination, passion and love for food.

Let Chef Paul bring you on an epicurean journey at his very own Baba Kitchen starting off with Mango Udang Kerabu (Prawns, Mangoes & Sour Plum sauce), Nonya Chicken Salad, Ginger Flower Sambal Belachan, and soups like Itek Kiam Chye (Braised Fresh Duck Soup with spices) and King Crab “Bakwan Kepiting” (Braised Pork Dumpling Soup with Fresh Crab meat, Bamboo Shoots and Mushrooms). Heat things up with dishes like Lembu Rendang (Slow-cooked Australian Beef Cheek Rendang with Nonya Spices), Babi Pongteh (Braised Pork Belly with Fermented Beans), Nangka Curry (Jackfruit Curry in Light Coconut Broth), Ikan Kuah Lada (Atlantic Pomfret and Brinjal with Tumeric and Peppercorn Gravy) and traditional Ayam Buah Keluak (Braised Chicken with Indonesian Black Nut).

Watch the culinary theatrics unfold with all-time favourites like Nonya Laksa with Boston Lobster & Candlenut Pesto, Katafi Seafood, Otah Otah and Kueh Pie Tee freshly put together in the Show Kitchen, and complete your splendid meal with sweet delights like Deep Fried Chempedak with Glutinous Rice Fritters and Melaka Palm Sauce, Hot Pisang Pengat, Kueh Dadar, Chendol, Chempedak Binchang Kueh and of course, the original Chef Paul creation - Durian Pengat!

Pursuing his dreams from the age of 14, Chef Paul brings with him over 30 years of hotel kitchen management and F&B operations experience. His professional accolades include being an integral part of a two Michelin star Hong Kong restaurant, on the panel of Chef consultants of First and Business Class for Cathay Pacific Airlines, and recognized as part of the 19 Great Chefs in Hong Kong by Heep Hong Society in 2010. Not forgetting that Chef Paul is the creator of the popular Durian Pengat that we have grown to love!

Courage, Passion, Confidence and Determination, Chef Paul has it all. Take a trip down to discover his Long Table full of Straits Chinese delights straight from his Baba Kitchen today! “I am a Peranakan and as such, Straits-Chinese cooking is part of my heritage. I love the rich, unique Asian flavours and am especially proud to introduce authentic dishes to both local and overseas guests.” said Chef Paul

Straits Chinese and Asian Buffet is served daily at Orchard Cafe starting 8 July 2013. For reservations and information, please call 6739 6565 or email [email protected]. All prices are subject to service charge and prevailing government taxes.

Orchard Hotel Singapore

Situated on Singapore's renowned Orchard Road, the city-state's shopping and entertainment belt, Orchard Hotel offers 656 tastefully appointed guest rooms in characteristically unique twin buildings - Orchard Wing (325-room) and Claymore Wing (331-room). Orchard Hotel promises cosmopolitan elegance and comfort, complemented by a wide selection of cuisines in award-winning restaurants - Hua Ting Restaurant and the Orchard Cafe. Other dining outlets include Noodles which serves signature abalone noodles and Intermezzo Bar which offers refreshing cocktails perfect for wind-down sessions. Guests staying at Orchard Hotel will enjoy its perfect location and choice offerings for shopping, business entertainment and relaxation.

For more information, please contact:

Amy Ang
Director of Marketing Communications
Tel: (65) 6739 6595
E-mail: [email protected]