Cover Main dining room at Blue by Alain Ducasse. (Photo: Blue by Alain Ducasse)
Main dining room at Blue by Alain Ducasse. (Photo: Blue by Alain Ducasse)
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The name ‘Alain Ducasse’ is synonymous with excellence in the restaurant industry. It guarantees quality and an exceptional experience for guests. Ducasse has 34 restaurants worldwide, including many renowned establishments in Asia.
French chef Alain Ducasse discovered his passion for food at a young age. He began working in restaurants at 16 and was eventually trained by many renowned French chefs Michel Guérard, Gaston Lenotre, Alain Chapel, and Roger Vergé.
Ducasse had been recognized and praised for his work in multiple restaurants. His status in culinary world solidified even more when he became the first chef ever to own three 3-Michelin starts restaurants in 2005.
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Over the years, Ducasse has expanded his culinary empire globally. Whether in Paris, New York, London, Tokyo, or Bangkok, his restaurants continue to receive many accolades. In addition to fine dining establishments, Ducasse operates cafes, ice cream parlors, chocolate shops, and cooking schools.
Here are some must-visit Alain Ducasse’s restaurants in Asia.
Blue by Alain Ducasse, Bangkok
Above Blue by Alain Ducasse restaurant at ICONSIAM, Bangkok (Photo: Blue by Alain Ducasse)
Blue by Alain Ducasse restaurant at ICONSIAM, Bangkok (Photo: Blue by Alain Ducasse)
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This Bangkok restaurant has become a favorite for its contemporary and innovative French cuisine. Blue by Alain Ducasse focuses on exceptional ingredients, prepared using complex cooking techniques and presented beautifully on the plate. Classic French dishes are often given a new perspective, while maintaining their traditional roots. The menu changes seasonally, to ensure guests enjoy the best of the season, curated by Executive Chef Wilfrid Hocquet.
In addition to lunch and dinner, you can also savour an afternoon tea set with sweet and savory French pastries. Located in Icon Siam, a new luxury riverside landmark, the restaurant offers an exquisite view of the Chao Phraya River. Tatler recommends the Norwegian langoustine with white asparagus, confit Atlantic turbot with young turnip and tarragon, and Brittany blue lobster on the coals. Your meal can be complemented by a great selection of cheese, brioche, and sourdough bread. If you are a fan of French pastries, don’t miss the Blue by Alain Ducasse Bakery Boutique, the first of its kind, waiting for you to try.
Blue by Alain Ducasse
Address: 1/F, IconSiam, 299 Charoennakorn Road, Bangkok 10600, Thailand, +66-65-731-2346, blue-alainducasse.com
Green asparagus royale with chicken oyster and mustard leaves at Blue by Alain Ducasse. (Photo: Blue by Alain Ducasse)
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Beige Alain Ducasse, Tokyo
Above Beige Alain Ducasse restaurant with a view of Tokyo city (Photo: Beige Alain Ducasse)
Beige Alain Ducasse restaurant with a view of Tokyo city (Photo: Beige Alain Ducasse)
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A fine dining restaurant that harmoniously blends the unique food cultures of France and Japan. Located on the top floor of the Chanel building in Ginza, the restaurant was designed by renowned architect Peter Marino, embracing a minimalist concept that exudes the distinctive Chanel vibe.
As an Alain Ducasse establishment, it is renowned for its meticulous attention to detail in service. The menu changes seasonally, to ensure the freshness and quality of the ingredients, offering a variety of course menus for both lunch and dinner. Be sure not to miss the desserts, which combine French cooking techniques with Japanese flavours.
Beige Alain Ducasse
Address: 10/F, Chanel Ginza building, 3-5-3 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, +81-3-5159-5500, beige-tokyo.com
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Sea bream marinated with kobu at Beige Alain Ducasse. (Photo: Beige Alain Ducasse)
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Muni Alain Ducasse, Kyoto
Above Dining room at Muni Alain Ducasse in Kyoto. (Photo: Muni Alain Ducasse)
Dining room at Muni Alain Ducasse in Kyoto. (Photo: Muni Alain Ducasse)
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Located in a historic town, rich with culture and tradition, Muni showcases the finest locally sourced ingredients, such as Kyoto-grown daikon radish and bamboo shoots, beef from Kumamoto, and mangoes from Miyazaki. Despite using these local ingredients, the menu remains authentically French, presenting dishes that are as beautiful to the eye as they are to the palate, resembling artwork on a plate.
The restaurant offers meals in either 7-course or 5-course options, with wine pairings available.
Muni Alain Ducasse
Address: 3 Susukinobaba-cho, Saga-Tenryuji, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan, +81 75-863-1110, muni.by-onko-chishin.com/en/cuisine/cuisine-muni-alain-ducasse/
Pork loin from Miyazaki with rosemary potatoes at Muni Alain Ducasse. (Photo: Muni Alain Ducasse)
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Alain Ducasse at Morpheus, Macau
Above Design award-winning dining room at Alain Ducasse at Morpheus. (Photo: City of Dreams)
Design award-winning dining room at Alain Ducasse at Morpheus. (Photo: City of Dreams)
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A restaurant that indulges visitors with a unique and luxurious experience, Alain Ducasse at Morpheus selects every element meticulously. From the finest ingredients, like fresh seafood and Ducasse brand champagne, to exquisite French wines, antique glassware, and limited edition cutlery chosen by the chef himself, every detail is thoughtfully curated.
Housed in a building designed by the renowned architect Zaha Hadid, the restaurant boasts an impeccably decorated interior that makes you feel special the moment you step inside. Must-try menu items include Mediterranean gamberoni with delicate gelée and gold caviar, steamed duck foie gras with cherry-rhubarb and toasted brioche, and French coffee and chocolate.
Alain Ducasse at Morpheus
Address: 3/F, Morpheus at City of Dreams, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai, Macau, China, +85-3-8868-3432, cityofdreamsmacau.com
Steamed duck foie gras, cherry and almond, toasted brioche at Alain Ducasse at Morpheus. (Photo: Alain Ducasses at Morphe)
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