Chef Daren Liew

Chef At Home in London
Chef Daren Liew

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Chef Daren Liew — Malaysian London culinary innovator known for refined Southeast Asian cuisine, deep Cantonese roots, and elegant modern execution.

Chef Daren Liew is a Malaysian-born chef from Penang with over 25 years of experience in Cantonese and Southeast Asian cuisine. Formerly of Hakkasan and Duddell’s London, he is now the Chef-Patron of Nanyang Blossom in Knightsbridge and founder of DL Cuisine Concepts. Known for blending authentic flavours with modern refinement, he continues to champion the art of Southeast Asian dining in London

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For me, cooking is...

cooking is an expression of heritage, creativity, and precision — a way to honour your Malaysian and Cantonese roots while continually evolving with m

I learned to cook at...

I earned to cook from roots in Penang, Malaysia, where food is a way of life. My earliest lessons came from your father’s Cantonese BBQ restautant.

A cooking secret...

My secret in the kitchen lies in your unwavering attention to detail, respect for ingredients, and balance of flavours.

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