New chef for Norfolk Group

November 03, 2015 | 11:02
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The Norfolk Group has appointed Jeremy Choo as its executive chef to oversee the group’s food and beverage operations.

Chef Jeremy comes to the Norfolk Group with more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality and restaurant industries, and will be overseeing the culinary operations of Terrazzo Café (Norfolk Mansion) as well as Corso Steakhouse & Bar (Norfolk Hotel’s signature restaurant). As a multi-award winning chef, his culinary achievements will bring a new dimension to the group’s food and beverage outlets.

Chef Jeremy, who was born and raised in Singapore, most recently worked as executive chef at Singapore acclaimed Vis-à-vis French Restaurant.

Having trained under French Chef de Cuisine Francis Carcel in Toulouse, France, it wasn’t long before he was named chef and manager of Marco Polo Hotels French Restaurant Brasserie La Rotonde in Singapore.

Following his time at Brasserie La Rotonde, Chef Jeremy opened several French restaurants such as Saxophone Wine Bar & Restaurant (in 1986), Casablanca Wine Bar & Restaurant (in 1987), La Grande Bouffe French Restaurant (in 1989) and Vis-à-vis French Restaurant (in 1992).

He also accepted the opportunity to work as a long-term consultant for J.W.Marriot in Surabaya, Indonesia from 2002 to 2009 as well being an ambassador for De Dietrich premium kitchen appliances.

Chef Jeremy uses fresh ingredients complemented by an intriguing array of flavours from around the world. His innovative perspective on classic food preparation techniques and impressive artistry provide guests with an unforgettable dining experience.

The chef’s focus will be on enhancing the menus at Norfolk Hotel’s signature restaurant Corso Steakhouse & Bar as well as Terrazzo Café, Norfolk Mansion’s casual dining outlet located on the second floor.

By By Duc Hanh

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