A coming together of two rising chefs whose culinary creativity and prowess have put their restaurants on the 50 Best Discovery list, the PEACH BLOSSOMS X HO LEE FOOK COLLABORATION is one not to be missed. For two nights only, on 11 and 12 April 2024, Peach Blossoms’ Executive Chinese Chef Edward Chong and Head Chef ArChan Chan from Ho Lee Fook in Hong Kong will join hands to present a collaborative menu at Peach Blossoms.
Going beyond the presentation of innovative signature dishes from the respective chefs, the 8-course menu is a true duet between the two rising stars in the regional contemporary Chinese fine dining scene. Through synergistic effort, both chefs have meticulously crafted a series of plated courses, each uniquely accompanied by a dim sum item highlighting the same key ingredient. This dim sum pairing serves as a tribute to the time- honoured craft of Chinese culinary culture.
With their expertise and innovative approach, the chefs reinterpret traditional favourites for the refined palate. The menu presents a selection of prime ingredients to elevate classic dim sum while remaining true to the deep artistry of Chinese culinary heritage. Notable renditions include the handcrafted Salted Black Bean Kinki Dumpling, featuring the exquisite Kinki fish renowned for its rarity and prized sweet, fatty white flesh. This delicate dim sum item is paired with Nanyang-style Kinki with Cincalok (fermented shrimps) – a harmonious amalgamation of Cantonese techniques and Southeast Asian flavours. The indulgence continues with an elegant dim sum dish of Steamed Alaskan King Crab with Free-range Chicken Glutinous Rice, offering a modern twist on the classic lor mai gai (steamed glutinous rice with chicken). This is complemented by Mapo-style Alaskan King Crab with egg custard and Sichuan pepper.
Renowned as trailblazers in the realm of innovative modern Chinese cuisine, Chef Edward Chong and Chef ArChan Chan are celebrated for their unique culinary styles. This collaborative menu is a showcase of Chef Edward Chong’s prowess in harmoniously incorporating Southeast Asian influences into authentic Chinese recipes; and Chef ArChan Chan’s innovative take on traditional Cantonese flavours. Both chefs bring their distinct talents and expertise to the table, redefining the boundaries of modern Chinese cuisine.
Peach Blossoms
Peach Blossoms serves modern Chinese cuisine with influences from Southeast Asia. Executive Chinese Chef Edward Chong is one of Singapore’s highly lauded Chinese chefs, renowned for redefining Chinese cuisine with his own innovative and modern interpretation. His story is one of transformation and dedication, from a novice to a culinary virtuoso, who now entices diners from across the globe with his refined and elevated Chinese cuisine. Under his leadership, Peach Blossoms has won numerous recognitions, including the Top 100 Restaurants of the World 2023 at the Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2023, Top 20 Restaurants in Singapore by the Tatler Dining Awards 2024, and #74 in the coveted Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 51-100 Extended List 2024.
Ho Lee Fook
Ho Lee Fook is more than just a Chinese restaurant; it is a vibrant embodiment of Hong Kong’s rich cuisine and culture. Its name, which means ‘good fortune for your mouth’, reflects the deep appreciation and passion for Cantonese culinary traditions. At Ho Lee Fook, guests are treated to a lively and immersive dining experience that pays homage to heritage, while celebrating the joy of good food and great company.
Heading the culinary team is Head Chef ArChan Chan, who hails from Hong Kong and has honed her culinary skills in renowned kitchens across Australia. With 15 years of experience in the culinary scenes of Melbourne and Singapore, she returned to Hong Kong, her hometown to lead the kitchen at Ho Lee Fook, an iconic and contemporary Chinese restaurant nestled in SoHo.
Ho Lee Fook has garnered numerous accolades, including being named one of the Top 20 Restaurants in Hong Kong by the Tatler Dining Awards 2023 and receiving recognition in the esteemed MICHELIN Guide Hong Kong 2023, as well as inclusion on the 50 Best Discovery, a sister brand to The World’s 50 Best Restaurants. Chef ArChan was also honoured with the Local Champion Award by Tatler Dining Hong Kong 2023.
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