Chef Su Kim Hock, Chef Patron of Au Jardin (Photo: Au Jardin)
When it comes to gifting, Su Kim Hock, the chef-proprietor of the one-Michelin-starred Au Jardin likes to think practically. “A fail-safe gift for me would be a cash voucher to any decent restaurant. Who doesn’t like to eat out and eat well, right?” he says.
As for the present he hopes to unwrap this year, there’s nothing quite like a rare bottle of his drink of choice: “Being a Krug ambassador myself, I will be happy to receive a bottle of really rare Krug champagne from the Krug Collection.” Here, he puts together an assortment of gifts for the gourmand.
Christmas Meal Gift Box
“To us, the Christmas Meal Gift Box is a way of showing appreciation to our loved ones. Every year, Restaurant Au Jardin produces a limited quantity of gift boxes as the restaurant is not able to meet the demands of all our diners and to avoid disappointment. We designed this box in a way for everyone to enjoy it at their own pace and in the comfort of their homes. Every box comes with four different homemade Canned Food, two soups, Thosai, our homemade Bread alongside a Wellington of choice, with a selection of either a Beef Wellington, Berkshire Pork or a foie Gras Wellington.”
L’atelier Du Vin Curiosities Cabinet
The “Cabinet of Curiosities” is an ideal gift for wine enthusiasts. Crafted in France from solid walnut. This handmade case includes all the essentials for a flawless pour and provides accessories for secure storage of opened bottles. There’s also a map highlighting France’s iconic wine regions which doubles as a great icebreaker at dinner parties.
Volano Berkel Cured Meat Slicer
Experience the revival of Berkel’s legendary Red 1898 Series with the B114 flywheel cured meat slicer. Crafted from painted aluminium with stainless steel accents, this machine is perfect for efficient slicing. Equipped with a 31.9cm blade, it combines both style and functionality.
T’lur Caviar
Caviar, a luxurious indulgence makes for an exquisite gift. Local caviar brand, T’lur Caviar is harvested from a sturgeon farm in Tanjung Malim and makes for the perfect pairing with champagne.
Witloft Leather Apron
Handcrafted from robust and high-quality grain leather, Witloft’s classic leather apron features a supple and graceful character over time. Designed with chefs, baristas and craftsmen in mind, these aprons are also the ultimate essential for grill masters. Unlike linen and cotton, leather’s heat resistance makes it ideal for tending to the BBQ.
Blenheim Forge Knives Set
Consider this set of Classic Range knives as the ideal kitchen gift. It includes four versatile knives hand-forged from Japanese Blue Paper Steel, enveloped in folded iron and features handles made from locally sourced English Walnut with a copper ferrule. Designed to cater to all kitchen needs, from precise off-board work to vegetable chopping. The accompanying leather roll compartment is meticulously hand-stitched, with beeswax-burnished edges and copper hardware to complement the blades’ ferrules.
