Nine Stays
to Savor

Words Vidula KotianDate 19 November 2024

Remember that unforgettable Eat, Pray, Love scene where Julia Roberts dives into a bowl of pasta?

For those who travel with their taste buds, imagine a place where the dining experience is as rich as the stay itself. These chef-led hotels bring the art of food and hospitality together, guaranteeing mouthwatering meals and a stay you’ll savor long after.

The Warehouse Hotel captures Singapore’s modern spirit in design and cuisine

Po restaurant serves elevated Singaporean staples

Po’s menu has been crafted by “mod-Sin” pioneer Willin Low

The Warehouse Hotel

Singapore

Wee Teng Wen, co-founder of Lo & Behold Group, went from F&B novice to award-winning tastemaker, shaping the local lifestyle scene one hotspot at a time. So, it’s only fitting that his first hotel, The Warehouse Hotel, pulses with the energy of Singapore’s culture. Here, guests can sip on cocktails inspired by local spices and heritage at the buzzy day-to-night bar, while the hotel’s restaurant, Po, elevates beloved Singaporean classics into unforgettable dining experiences.

Stallmästaregården was Alessandro Catenacci’s first hotel

Alessandro Catenacci, the driving force behind top hotels and restaurants in Scandinavia and beyond

Blique by Nobis’ Arc Rooftop serves Asian fusion to 360-degree city views

Nobis Hotel Palma’s Noi offers a food experience with a Mediterranean touch

Nobis Hotel Palma’s terrace attracts locals and guests alike

Nobis Hotel Stockholm’s Noi has gastronomic influences from all over Europe

Nobis Hotel Group

Sweden, Denmark, and Spain

Building a hospitality empire in his twenties took vision and grit, and Alessandro Catenacci had both. Starting with Caina restaurant in 1980, where four generations of the Catenacci family shared the kitchen, his influence quickly expanded. By 2000, he launched his first hotel, Stallmästaregården, and now oversees a portfolio of 16 restaurants and nine hotels across Sweden, Copenhagen, and Spain. Bursting with local charm and lively F&B spots, Catenacci’s collection is a bold showcase of his passion and flair for high-end hospitality.

The Brasserie at Tortue Hamburg offers German-inspired French dishes

Tortue’s Jin Gui serves up Asian cuisine in a plush setting

Tortue Hamburg stands out as a culinary destination with three restaurants and six bars

Jin Gui is secluded in the inner courtyard of the house

Comptoir Tortue is a charming Champagne bar

A French start to the day at the Brasserie

Tortue Hamburg serves up a history-rich, French-inspired setting in the center of Hamburg

Tortue

Hamburg, Germany

With a nod to Hamburg’s French roots, nightlife icon Marc Ciunis and top restaurateur Carsten von der Heide created Tortue Hamburg, transforming the Stadthöfe district into a stylish retreat. This unique hotel spans five historic buildings with lively courtyards, featuring a brasserie for German-inspired French cuisine, the Asian-inspired Jin Gui for sushi and dim sum, and the exclusive Chez l’ami for true carnal delight. Their vision brings the spirit of Hamburg to life in every detail.

Behind Becker’s geometric façade lies a philosophy centered on the warmth of the kitchen

Becker’s restaurant delivers a 2-Michelin-star dining experience

Becker’s Hotel & Restaurant

Trier, Germany

When Wolfgang Becker isn’t crafting dishes in his gourmet kitchen, you’ll find him pressing his own wines in the cellar or tending to his vineyard. His restaurant at Becker’s Hotel perfectly matches the sleek, modern vibe of the hotel itself, with leather chairs, warm parquet floors, and soft gray walls setting the stage. Here, you’ll savor a menu focused on pure, unadulterated flavor—no frills, just great taste. And as a bonus, enjoy wines made by Wolfgang himself for the perfect pairing.

Chef Keiko Kuwakino infuses Satoyama Jujo with her Ayurvedic cooking expertise

Toru Iwasa offers sample menus of local sake for guests to experience

Sanae Feng-Sanaburi restaurant offers farm-to-table organic dishes with an Ayurvedic influence

Satoyama Jujo is a tiny hotel set in a 150-year-old house in Niigata’s mountains

Satoyama Jujo is surrounded by rice fields and forageable forests that dictate the menu

Niigata’s severe winters makes preserving part of the harvest essential

Satoyama Jujo

Japan

Toru Iwasa, once dedicated to supplying organic produce to online shoppers while sharing insights into production and farmers’ stories, brings his sustainable vision to life at Satoyama Jujo. His boutique hotel offers a farm-to-table dining experience where local, organic ingredients—many sourced from the property itself—take center stage. Emphasizing seasonality and rooted in the Satoyama region, Iwasa’s culinary approach provides guests with a genuine taste of Japan, celebrating both the land and the people who cultivate it.

Set in a winter garden, Pastis at La Maison exudes the French way of life

LOUIS restaurant has earned two Michelin stars, three Gault Millau toques, and eight Gusto pans

The Pastis bistro features inventive lighting crafted from copper saucepans

Günter Wagner’s believes in simple, honest, and delicious cuisine

La Maison Hotel

Saarlouis, Germany

Günter Wagner, the creative mind behind La Maison in Germany, has crafted a hotel experience that combines luxury with a warm, personal touch. Recently awarded the prestigious MICHELIN Key distinction, La Maison offers an exceptional culinary journey in its restaurant, LOUIS. Here, guests enjoy seasonal, locally inspired dishes that showcase the best of regional ingredients, all prepared with a refined, contemporary flair. Wagner’s dedication to quality and atmosphere makes dining at La Maison a true highlight of the stay, blending inventive flavors with an intimate setting.