Mano Thevar

Born and raised in Penang, Mano Thevar takes inspiration from his family recipes, transforming them into impressive gastronomic creations. He cut his chops as a chef in Guy Savoy and Waku Ghin restaurants, before opening his first restaurant, Thevar, in Singapore in 2019.

Championing fine Indian and South Asian cuisine while incorporating European techniques and premium Japanese produce, Thevar was the first two-Michelin-starred restaurant run by a Malaysian chef, and it has maintained its status for the past three years. The chef is passionate about sustainability in the food industry and showcasing the vibrant flavours of Malaysian Indian cuisine on the global map.

Thevar is currently focused on refining the restaurant’s menu with new and exploratory culinary techniques, while implementing new training programmes for his staff to enhance their skills and knowledge, ensuring the restaurant is constantly able to deliver an exceptional and memorable dining experience to its guests.