by Suman Gupta
On his debut visit to India, world renowned 2 Michelin Star Chef Jun Lee, the owner of the famous Soigné restaurant in Seoul will be showcasing his outstanding culinary skills with his – “Contemporary cuisine of Seoul” over dinner exclusively at Le Cirque Signature, The Leela Palace Bengaluru, on August 23rd and 24th 2024.
Chef Jun Lee was born in Korea, trained in the US, and is a 2 Michelin Star chef in Seoul. Having graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in 2010, he returned to Seoul, and was the first Korean chef to operate exclusively pop-up restaurants, after the resounding success of which, he opened the enjoyable Soigné in 2015. Soigné epitomised his own culinary philosophy that the most important part in cuisine is communicating and understanding, and was awarded one Michelin star in 2016 and 2017, and the coveted second star in 2022.
The Leela Palace, Bengaluru excels in its efforts to showcase different cuisines within the hotel, and give an curated and exclusive experience to their patrons. In continuing with this focus, they are proud to exclusively partner with Chef Jun Lee on his first visit to India, to enthrall aficionados with his delectable cuisine.
Where– Le Cirque Signature, The Leela Palace Bengaluru, Old Airport Road
When– August 23rd & 24th, 2024
Time- 7 PM
Price:- 10000++ without alcohol & 11000++ with Wines
About Soigné: Soigné, meaning elegantly groomed in French, was the first restaurant of Chef Jun Lee after several successful pop-up restaurants in Seoul. The cuisine of Soigné reflects the heritage of Korea while imbibing the diversity of international culture and drawing on Chef Lee’s expertise in blending French, Italian, and American techniques and flavours into the structure of traditional Korean cuisine. Soigné, Chef Jun Lee’s culinary gem, has always been a permanent celebration of refined dining in Seoul.
Le Cirque Signature: A step into Le Cirque Signature will take your breath away. The award winning restaurant sports light tones of beige, ebony, and ochre which reflect off the grand Murano chandelier, creating a backdrop of sophistication that pairs perfectly with the eclectic Franco-Italian delicacies the restaurant is renowned for. Savour the subtle flavours of French cuisine or indulge in hearty Italian fare as their attentive staff cater to one’s every need. There is also al fresco seating that offers stunning views of well-manicured flora amid astounding architectural splendor, or one can even opt for Private Dining for a more intimate experience.
