Singapore Global Exchange Panel Slideshow
The Global Exchange Panel
In honor of Singapore's 50th anniversary of nationhood, The Daily Meal co-sponsored celebrating Singapore Restaurant Week from September 18 to 27. On September 24, Singaporean chefs Justin Quek of Sky on 57 and Paul Liew of Keng Eng Kee and food writer K.F. Seetoh, of Makansutra, sat down with editorial director Colman Andrews to speak at a panel called Global Chef Exchange held at The Daily Meal's offices.
Guests Mingle Before the Panel
Andrew Rigie of the New York City Hospitality Alliance interacted with panel attendees and moderated the discussion.
Chef Wayne Liew
Chef Wayne Liew, Paul Liew's brother and chef at Keng Eng Kee, prepares dishes for the guests.
The Panel Begins
The panelists introduce themselves to the audience.
Panelists Discuss Singaporean Cuisine
The Daily Meal editorial director Colman Andrews shares stories of his culinary adventures in Singapore.
Singapore Chefs Interact
The chefs compare what street food is like in Singapore and New York City.
The Chefs Deliberate a Question
Quek, Liew, and Seetoh discussed the importance of hawker centers in Singapore's culture.
Chef Geraldine Liew
Geraldine Liew, Paul Liew's sister and co-owner of Keng Eng Kee, prepares the finishing touches on the dishes for the guests.
Singaporean Cuisine
The chefs made coffee-braised ribs, fried shrimp, and squid for the audience to try.
Guests Gather in the Kitchen
After the panel, the audience met with each other and sampled Singaporean food.
Lunch Is Served!
Panel attendees dig in to the food.