1. Darren Teoh
With his restaurant Dewakan regarded as one of the best places to sample progressive Malaysian cuisine, chef-owner Darren Teoh is a man who prefers to let his food do the talking.
A Generation T honouree, it's safe to say that there is no other restaurant in Malaysia that is currently doing what Teoh and his team are doing – bringing ancient ingredients to light via modern cooking techniques and a whole lot of creativity.
Not just focused on advancing the culinary scene forward with his unique take to dining, Teoh also wants to see the next generation of Malaysian cooks advance both locally and on the world stage, inspiring all who come through Dewakan's doors.
A PJ boy through and through, Teoh recently took us to his regular chicken rice restaurant in Taman Paramount called Shuang Siew for a quick bite and a friendly chat.