Culinary Masters: Storytellers Dining Series – Francky Semblat

Join us for an exceptional dining experience at The Derby Restaurant, where Chef Francky Semblat shares “A Life Told Through Food” with an exquisite five-course menu. Each dish reflects part of Chef Francky’s story, from Michelin-starred rigor to cross-cultural fluency.

Born in France, mentored by Robuchon, flourished in Hong Kong. Chef Francky Semblat’s decades of culinary journey inform his visionary cuisine at The Derby Restaurant. Here, classical French techniques converse with premium local ingredients in dishes crafted by inspiration rather than borders. Each creation celebrates the alchemy of cross-cultural flavours.

Starting with the Australian lobster, where Chef Francky puts his signature spin on Béarnaise sauce by blending it with refined Cantonese XO flavours, embodying his philosophy where West meets East.

The main course, Volaille en Vessie, showcases his Robuchon training redefined. The legendary chicken-in-bladder technique is reborn with local breed Loong Kong poultry—honouring Hong Kong’s terroir while preserving the dish’s regal heritage, reflecting his dedication to local sourcing.

Dessert takes an unexpected turn with Pineapple Tartar, reinventing the classic savoury dish. Caramelized pineapple stands in for beef, served with Malibu parfait, lemongrass sorbet and rum baba—a tradition deconstructed, then sweetly rebuilt through Chef’s innovative vision.

Don’t miss this opportunity—secure your place for this edible autobiography!