Features 28 November 2022

Exploring Tõnis Siigur’s NOA and NOA Chef’s Hall

We take a look inside One Michelin-Starred NOA Chef's Hall and Bib Gourmand awarded NOA, which both operate from within the same building

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Ten kilometers northwest of Tallinn is a striking building in a great coastal location, with far-reaching views over Tallinn Bay and the Gulf of Finland. This is where you will find NOA Chef’s Hall, one of two restaurants awarded One MICHELIN Star in the inaugural MICHELIN Guide Estonia. In the same contemporary building, you’ll find sister restaurant NOA, which received a Bib Gourmand.

In this video, Executive Chef Tõnis Siigur introduces us to his two restaurants and his Head Chefs. He discusses the guiding principles behind the two operations, his philosophy when it comes to food and the reasons why his customers keep returning.

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Türkiye: The Award-Winning Kitchen of a Young Chef, Ulaş Durmaz and The Red Balloon

The Michelin Guide is the dream of all chefs. And even more -when we think about the range of awards, it goes beyond the chefs: From prestigious stars to the Best Service Award, from the Green Star for sustainability to the Best Sommelier Award. These Michelin choices reward those who combine talent with dedication and hard work, and it’s never too late to chase the dream to get them: Except for the Michelin Young Chef award.

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The Inspectors Reveal All on the First Three MICHELIN Star Korean Restaurant in the United States

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Türkiye: İstanbul’s Asian Side, Fauna and Aida

For many years, when the subject comes to the “restaurants in İstanbul”, the area that would come to mind was the European side. However, over the past decade, the Asian side of the city has changed this perception: On the other side of the city, now you can now find exclusive restaurants that represent a variety of culinary styles, such as Fauna, known for its artisanal pasta, and Aida, celebrated for Italian cuisine lovers. These restaurants listed in the Bib Gourmand, offer exceptional flavors for locals and visitors in İstanbul.

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The Evolution of Char Siu: A Timeless Delicacy Across Generations

Char siu has stood the test of time by constantly evolving, adjusting to suit the needs of each era, making it a timeless delicacy. When in Hong Kong, be sure to save room for this quintessential dish that transcends generations and budgets.

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