Our Chef

Chef

Hideaki Sato (佐藤秀明)

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Born in Japan’s Nagano prefecture in 1976, Sato began his culinary journey with French cuisine. Yet after over 10 years in the French kitchen, he found himself increasingly drawn towards his native Japanese and decided to make a move. The change in direction landed him at Tokyo’s 3-Michelin-starred restaurant Nihonryori Ryugin, where he worked for 3 years under the careful guidance of Chef Seiji Yamamoto. In June 2012, Sato was chosen to head Hong Kong’s Tenku Ryugin, the first Ryugin restaurant outside of Tokyo.

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Under Sato’s management for 6 months, Tenku Ryugin earned not only critical acclaim, but also 2 Michelin stars. In 2014, the restaurant made it to the coveted Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants List. In 2015, Sato opened “Ta Vie旅” and  has been showcasing his unique cuisine based on his two culinary backgrounds, Japanese and French cuisines, while featuring Asian ingredients. “Ta Vie旅” has been awarded one Michelin star  in 2016, followed by retaining a 2-Michelin-star rating for 6 consecutive years since 2017.  In 2023, Ta Vie旅 reaches a new height earning 3 Michelin Star rating.  Since 2016, “Ta Vie旅” has earned a placement on the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list, together with a Two Diamond Rating in China’s Black Pearl Food Guide.

 

Besides numerous awards and accolades, Sato is also appointed RSRV Global Chef Ambassador, the first and the only one in the world to be awarded the honour by the Champagne House of Mumm.