Say “Yes, Chef” to These Open-Kitchen Dining Experiences
Friend’s Table at Hotel VIU Milan | Milan, Italy
At Morelli Restaurant, housed within the sleek and stylish Hotel VIU Milan, Chef Giancarlo Morelli showcases his signature creativity while maintaining a focus on old-world values. Recalling the warm ambiance of an old Italian country kitchen, the Friend’s Table experience takes a standard Chef’s Table one step further, allowing up to 14 people to eat directly inside the kitchen designed by the renowned chef himself. After a truly immersive gastronomic adventure, guests can wind down with a sunset cocktail on the rooftop VIU Terrace while enjoying 360-degree views over the Milan skyline.
Say “Yes, Chef” to These Open-Kitchen Dining Experiences
Nobu at Nobu Hotel Miami Beach | Miami Beach, Florida
The brainchild of Robert de Niro and Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Nobu Hotel Miami Beach is undoubtedly one of the coolest spots on the block in Miami Beach. The legendary Japanese chef’s culinary prowess takes center stage here, in the form of the iconic open-kitchen Nobu restaurant. For those looking to elevate their fine dining experience even further, Nobu Miami also offers one of the only private Nobu Chef’s Tables around the world. The dining room can host a Teppan or Sushi Experience for up to 9 guests—an intimate affair featuring chef interactions, cocktail and sushi demonstrations and, of course, heavenly cuisine.
Say “Yes, Chef” to These Open-Kitchen Dining Experiences
Zen at Six Senses Laamu | Laamu Atoll, Maldives
Boasting sparkling turquoise waters, pristine white sand beaches and thatched-roof overwater villas highlighting the island’s natural beauty, Six Senses Laamu is a castaway-chic paradise inviting travelers to let all their troubles wash away. While the cuisine in all of the restaurants is creative, healthy and delicious, guests can indulge in a feast for both the eyes and the palate at Zen, an overwater restaurant featuring a live cooking station. By selecting the highest quality products from local fishermen, Zen creates some of the freshest Japanese fusion dishes in the Maldives, complemented by a first-class selection of Japanese sakes and teas.
Say “Yes, Chef” to These Open-Kitchen Dining Experiences
NoMI Kitchen at Park Hyatt Chicago | Chicago, Illinois
Though Chicago has long been known as a world-class food capital, it’s no surprise that the city’s restaurant industry has seen a major spike in recent years following the wild success of The Bear. For fans of the hit TV show seeking a peek behind the curtain in the Windy City itself, Park Hyatt Chicago’s NoMI Kitchen delivers. Inspired by seasonal flavors, the menu focuses on modern American cuisine with French influences, and the elegantly understated dining space showcases mid-century furnishings, floor-to-ceiling windows and a beautiful open kitchen. For a limited time, they are also hosting a Tasting Table collaboration with Moody Tongue, the world’s first two Michelin-starred brewery, allowing guests to experience a perfect fusion of brewing artistry and culinary mastery.
Say “Yes, Chef” to These Open-Kitchen Dining Experiences
Teppan Ten-yu & Sushi JIN-E at Bellustar Tokyo | Tokyo, Japan
Towering high above the crowded bustle of Shinjuku, Bellustar Tokyo offers a wide range of gastronomic indulgences complemented by unrivaled views of the city. Besides a bar offering an impressive array of Japanese craft liquors and an all-day locale serving modern French delicacies, guests can enjoy not one but two distinct open kitchen experiences. Those looking to relish the finest Wagyu beef can feast at Teppan Ten-yu, a Teppanyaki restaurant where skilled chefs prepare a customised menu bursting with seasonal ingredients. For a lighter affair, tuck into authentic Edomae-style sushi prepared according to tradition at Sushi JIN-E.
Say “Yes, Chef” to These Open-Kitchen Dining Experiences
Restaurant Brach at Brach Paris | Paris, France
Accented with head-turning design elements, dazzling amenities and eclectic works of art from a plethora of cultures, Brach Paris infuses the polished, upmarket 16th arrondissement with designer Philippe Starck’s trademark ingenuity and vigor. On the ground floor you’ll find Restaurant Brach, an open-kitchen Mediterranean restaurant helmed by Algerian Executive Chef Adam Bentalha. Showcasing produce from sun-drenched lands enriched with spices and exotic aromas, the menu is a direct reflection of the chef’s skill, identity and origins. With lively, colorful communal tables and an open kitchen bursting with energy, this hot-ticket venue successfully captures the vibrant pulse of the city.
Say “Yes, Chef” to These Open-Kitchen Dining Experiences
Oku at Regent Phu Quoc | Phu Quoc, Vietnam
Set along a stretch of beachfront on the southwest of Phu Quoc Island, Regent Phu Quoc merges high-end hospitality with a sense of warmth and familiarity. Tucked into the heart of the resort property, Oku, an enchanting omakase studio and salon de boeuf promises a unique and innovative culinary journey combining the best of Japanese and French cuisines. Under the visionary guidance of Chef de Cuisine Andy Huynh, the artistry on display in the open kitchen is a sight to behold, fusing a flurry of influences to produce elegant yet simple mixed-heritage dishes designed to capture the imagination and stir the senses.
Say “Yes, Chef” to These Open-Kitchen Dining Experiences
665°F at Andaz Singapore | Singapore
Perched on the 38th floor of Andaz Singapore, 665°F is a contemporary steakhouse specializing in prime meats and sustainable seafood incorporated with Southeast Asian flavors. Named for the temperature its wood-fired oven and grill operate at, the high-end restaurant offers a surprisingly cozy, intimate atmosphere, almost like dining in the chef’s own home. With an open kitchen and the famous Pira oven on show, diners are treated to an impressive display of top-notch gastronomy. Adding to the ambiance, The Cellar is an extension within the restaurant which overlooks the stunning Marina Bay and offers a wide selection of Old and New World wines.
Say “Yes, Chef” to These Open-Kitchen Dining Experiences
San Baylon at Palazzo Ripetta | Rome, Italy
Inspired by traditional Italian cuisine, Palazzo Ripetta’s San Baylon restaurant is an intimate and refined dining venue founded on simple, authentic flavors. In the center of the restaurant lies a captivating visible patisserie, offering patrons the opportunity to admire the delicate art of fine pastry-making through an open workshop window. Advised by Giuseppe Solfrizzi, the visionary behind iconic Trastevere pastry shop Le Levain, the talented pastry chefs prepare a variety of “sweet but not too sweet” delicacies, including timeless classics, inventive new creations and custom-made desserts.
Say “Yes, Chef” to These Open-Kitchen Dining Experiences
Cocina Milagro at Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya | Playa del Carmen, Mexico
With four onsite restaurants plus a bar, Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya has an option to suit every type of traveler. Overseen by Executive Chef Miguel Gomez, the cuisine focuses on local in-season ingredients for authentic market-to-table fare. In the heart of the property, Cocina Milagro is a vibrant, colorful pavilion restaurant offering poolside all-day dining. Highlighting a diverse range of Mexican and international specialties, the casual eatery features floor-to-ceiling glass doors and windows, a bar terrace and two open kitchens.
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Friend’s Table at Hotel VIU Milan | Milan, Italy
At Morelli Restaurant, housed within the sleek and stylish Hotel VIU Milan, Chef Giancarlo Morelli showcases his signature creativity while maintaining a focus on old-world values. Recalling the warm ambiance of an old Italian country kitchen, the Friend’s Table experience takes a standard Chef’s Table one step further, allowing up to 14 people to eat directly inside the kitchen designed by the renowned chef himself. After a truly immersive gastronomic adventure, guests can wind down with a sunset cocktail on the rooftop VIU Terrace while enjoying 360-degree views over the Milan skyline.
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Nobu at Nobu Hotel Miami Beach | Miami Beach, Florida
The brainchild of Robert de Niro and Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Nobu Hotel Miami Beach is undoubtedly one of the coolest spots on the block in Miami Beach. The legendary Japanese chef’s culinary prowess takes center stage here, in the form of the iconic open-kitchen Nobu restaurant. For those looking to elevate their fine dining experience even further, Nobu Miami also offers one of the only private Nobu Chef’s Tables around the world. The dining room can host a Teppan or Sushi Experience for up to 9 guests—an intimate affair featuring chef interactions, cocktail and sushi demonstrations and, of course, heavenly cuisine.
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Zen at Six Senses Laamu | Laamu Atoll, Maldives
Boasting sparkling turquoise waters, pristine white sand beaches and thatched-roof overwater villas highlighting the island’s natural beauty, Six Senses Laamu is a castaway-chic paradise inviting travelers to let all their troubles wash away. While the cuisine in all of the restaurants is creative, healthy and delicious, guests can indulge in a feast for both the eyes and the palate at Zen, an overwater restaurant featuring a live cooking station. By selecting the highest quality products from local fishermen, Zen creates some of the freshest Japanese fusion dishes in the Maldives, complemented by a first-class selection of Japanese sakes and teas.
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NoMI Kitchen at Park Hyatt Chicago | Chicago, Illinois
Though Chicago has long been known as a world-class food capital, it’s no surprise that the city’s restaurant industry has seen a major spike in recent years following the wild success of The Bear. For fans of the hit TV show seeking a peek behind the curtain in the Windy City itself, Park Hyatt Chicago’s NoMI Kitchen delivers. Inspired by seasonal flavors, the menu focuses on modern American cuisine with French influences, and the elegantly understated dining space showcases mid-century furnishings, floor-to-ceiling windows and a beautiful open kitchen. For a limited time, they are also hosting a Tasting Table collaboration with Moody Tongue, the world’s first two Michelin-starred brewery, allowing guests to experience a perfect fusion of brewing artistry and culinary mastery.
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Teppan Ten-yu & Sushi JIN-E at Bellustar Tokyo | Tokyo, Japan
Towering high above the crowded bustle of Shinjuku, Bellustar Tokyo offers a wide range of gastronomic indulgences complemented by unrivaled views of the city. Besides a bar offering an impressive array of Japanese craft liquors and an all-day locale serving modern French delicacies, guests can enjoy not one but two distinct open kitchen experiences. Those looking to relish the finest Wagyu beef can feast at Teppan Ten-yu, a Teppanyaki restaurant where skilled chefs prepare a customised menu bursting with seasonal ingredients. For a lighter affair, tuck into authentic Edomae-style sushi prepared according to tradition at Sushi JIN-E.
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Restaurant Brach at Brach Paris | Paris, France
Accented with head-turning design elements, dazzling amenities and eclectic works of art from a plethora of cultures, Brach Paris infuses the polished, upmarket 16th arrondissement with designer Philippe Starck’s trademark ingenuity and vigor. On the ground floor you’ll find Restaurant Brach, an open-kitchen Mediterranean restaurant helmed by Algerian Executive Chef Adam Bentalha. Showcasing produce from sun-drenched lands enriched with spices and exotic aromas, the menu is a direct reflection of the chef’s skill, identity and origins. With lively, colorful communal tables and an open kitchen bursting with energy, this hot-ticket venue successfully captures the vibrant pulse of the city.
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Oku at Regent Phu Quoc | Phu Quoc, Vietnam
Set along a stretch of beachfront on the southwest of Phu Quoc Island, Regent Phu Quoc merges high-end hospitality with a sense of warmth and familiarity. Tucked into the heart of the resort property, Oku, an enchanting omakase studio and salon de boeuf promises a unique and innovative culinary journey combining the best of Japanese and French cuisines. Under the visionary guidance of Chef de Cuisine Andy Huynh, the artistry on display in the open kitchen is a sight to behold, fusing a flurry of influences to produce elegant yet simple mixed-heritage dishes designed to capture the imagination and stir the senses.
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665°F at Andaz Singapore | Singapore
Perched on the 38th floor of Andaz Singapore, 665°F is a contemporary steakhouse specializing in prime meats and sustainable seafood incorporated with Southeast Asian flavors. Named for the temperature its wood-fired oven and grill operate at, the high-end restaurant offers a surprisingly cozy, intimate atmosphere, almost like dining in the chef’s own home. With an open kitchen and the famous Pira oven on show, diners are treated to an impressive display of top-notch gastronomy. Adding to the ambiance, The Cellar is an extension within the restaurant which overlooks the stunning Marina Bay and offers a wide selection of Old and New World wines.
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San Baylon at Palazzo Ripetta | Rome, Italy
Inspired by traditional Italian cuisine, Palazzo Ripetta’s San Baylon restaurant is an intimate and refined dining venue founded on simple, authentic flavors. In the center of the restaurant lies a captivating visible patisserie, offering patrons the opportunity to admire the delicate art of fine pastry-making through an open workshop window. Advised by Giuseppe Solfrizzi, the visionary behind iconic Trastevere pastry shop Le Levain, the talented pastry chefs prepare a variety of “sweet but not too sweet” delicacies, including timeless classics, inventive new creations and custom-made desserts.
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Cocina Milagro at Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya | Playa del Carmen, Mexico
With four onsite restaurants plus a bar, Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya has an option to suit every type of traveler. Overseen by Executive Chef Miguel Gomez, the cuisine focuses on local in-season ingredients for authentic market-to-table fare. In the heart of the property, Cocina Milagro is a vibrant, colorful pavilion restaurant offering poolside all-day dining. Highlighting a diverse range of Mexican and international specialties, the casual eatery features floor-to-ceiling glass doors and windows, a bar terrace and two open kitchens.
