As part of the Park Hyatt Masters of Food & Wine program, Passion Week is an upgraded version, bringing together the world's leading experts in many fields and prestigious Michelin chefs to awaken the senses of distinguished guests through a week filled with art, aesthetics, artistic inspiration, and unique cuisine.
Photos from the press conference launching Passion Week season 3.
Over four days from 16 to 19 November 2022, Passion Week will host a series of inspirational masterclasses and gourmet culinary experiences, promising to deliver a top-class and high-caliber arts event in the region.
Classes with world-class art experts
At Passion Week season three, attendees will learn skills and knowledge from world-renowned experts in the fields of art, cuisine and wine.
- Floral Design: Alfie Lin, Floral Design Director, CN Flower, Taipei
- Perfume: Blaise Mautin, Celebrity Perfumer, Paris
- Champagne: Frédéric d'Avella, Founder, Baron d'Avella Champagne House, Champagne
- The Art of Mixology: Giacomo Giannotti, Celebrity Mixologist, “Best Bar in the World” Paradiso, Barcelona
- Gemstone Jewelry: Mafalda Chenum, Jewellery Specialist, Christie's, Hong Kong
- Classical Music: Fan Ting, Music Director, Saigon Philharmonic Orchestra, Saigon
Guests can view the program throughout the week.
Culinary experience with Michelin star chef
In addition to the inspiring classes, Passion Week also offers four luncheons and four dinners, all menued and prepared by Michelin-starred chefs. Each evening, guests are invited to enjoy welcome cocktails, chat with the renowned chefs, watch them create their signature dishes in the open kitchen and share memorable stories around the table.
• Chef Alan Taudon * - One Michelin star
Lunch and Dinner on November 16, 2022
With a long and illustrious career, Chef Alan Taudon has held many important positions at famous restaurants such as Le Meurice, Pavillon Ledoyen (3 Michelin stars), Le Cinq (3 Michelin stars) before starting a new journey at L'Orangerie (1 Michelin star) as Executive Chef. Pursuing a healthy and low-fat cooking style, his dishes attract diners with rich flavors and distinctive aromas, promising a balanced and feminine culinary journey.
• Chef Sven Erik Renaa ** - Two Michelin stars
Lunch and Dinner on November 17, 2022
Chef Sven Erik Renaa's culinary career began at the Britannia Hotel and went on to Aden Etage at the Hotel Continental Oslo, before joining renowned Chef David Burke at Park Avenue Café in New York. He then returned to Oslo to work with Bocuse d'Or winner Terje Ness as Head Chef at ORO. His extensive experience led him to become a Mentor and Lecturer at The Culinary Institute of Norway, and to successfully launch RE-NAA, the first restaurant outside of Oslo to receive two Michelin stars.
A large number of media agencies attended the press conference.
• Chef Paolo Casagrande *** - Three Michelin stars
Lunch and Dinner on November 18, 2022
Paolo Casagrande began his journey through countless restaurants across Italy to discover the world of cuisine and hone his cooking skills. This journey also took him to the world's top restaurants in Milan, London and Paris such as Les Elysées du Vernet (2 Michelin stars) and Taillevent (3 Michelin stars). Paolo then became the manager of the culinary project of the Monument Hotel, which owns the Lasarte (3 Michelin stars) and Oria (1 Michelin star).
• Chef Emmanuel Renaut *** - Three Michelin stars
Lunch and Dinner on November 19, 2022
As one of the pioneers of French cuisine, Emmanuel Renaut is sought after by connoisseurs worldwide. His mastery was honed in the kitchens of the prestigious Hotel de Crillon and Auberge de l'Eridan. Emmanuel then made it his mission to inspire and raise awareness about respecting culinary heritage. The opening of Flocons de Sel in 1997 inspired him to pursue his philosophy, earning the restaurant prestigious Michelin stars in 2001, 2006, and 2012.
Accompanying the program are sponsors
Turkish Airlines – Turkish Airlines was founded on May 20, 1933 under the name “Government Airline Operations” coordinated by the Ministry of Defense, joining IATA in 1956. The airline’s fleet consists of five aircraft. Over the past 80 years, Turkish Airlines has achieved many achievements, owning 338 aircraft and expanding its operations to more than 315 destinations and 126 countries around the world. Turkish Airlines has continuously increased the number of destinations as well as being the airline flying to the most countries in the world.
Turkish Airlines has its hub at Istanbul Airport in Istanbul, the cultural capital of the world. One of the most striking features of Istanbul is that it spans two continents, Europe and Asia. Nearly 100,000 passengers use Istanbul Airport every day, connecting Istanbul to the world, especially to 114 cities in Europe.
Premium service, growing number of destinations, world-famous food, in-flight entertainment and experienced staff are the reasons why Turkish Airlines has been named one of the best airlines in Europe and the world. Turkish Airlines has been selected as “5-Star Airline 2022” by APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) and “Best Airline in Europe” by Skytrax at the prestigious World Airline Awards 2022.
Masterise Homes – Masterise Homes, a member of Masterise Group, is a pioneering international real estate developer applying global standards to the development, operation and management of real estate products and services in Vietnam and around the world.
Owning the largest portfolio of Branded Residences in Southeast Asia, Masterise Homes affirms its international capacity through cooperation with leading names such as Marriott International - the world's largest hotel group, and ELIE SAAB - a world-class Haute Couture fashion designer, marking Vietnam's presence on the world's Real Estate map.
