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Extraordinary dining

A former maitre d'hotel, television host Fred Sirieix says quality and hospitality are essential to creating a top-notch eatery

As host of BBC's Extraordinary Places To Eat, Mr Fred Sirieix checks out the favourite eateries of food experts in Europe.
As host of BBC's Extraordinary Places To Eat, Mr Fred Sirieix checks out the favourite eateries of food experts in Europe. PHOTO: BBC STUDIOS
Chelsea Kiew
Updated
Mar 11, 2020, 05:00 AM
Published
Mar 11, 2020, 05:00 AM
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How important are details such as cutlery and dishware and more intangible factors such as service?

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on March 11, 2020, with the headline Extraordinary dining. Subscribe

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