Sidney Schutte

Born in Middelburg, Zeeland. Trained under Jonnie Boer at De Librije for 10 years, helped earn their third Michelin star. Transformative period in Hong Kong under Richard Ekkebus at Amber shaped his global cooking style, blending Dutch heritage with Asian precision. SVH Meesterkok title holder. Gault&Millau Chef of the Year 2017. Also leads Cocina de Autor at Grand Velas Los Cabos (1 Michelin star). Known for 'outspoken flavors that pop' - bold, intense, layered taste profiles.

Career

• Executive Chef at Restaurant Amber, Hong Kong (2012-2014)
• Executive Sous Chef at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong (2010-2012)
• Chef de Cuisine at De Librije, Zwolle (2000-2010)
• Chef de Partie at Restaurant Scholteshof, Belgium (1997-2000)
• Commis at Restaurant Der Bloasbalg, Netherlands (1995-1997)

Mentored by Jonnie Boer, Richard Ekkebus, Roger Souvereyns, Jan Waghemans.