About Chef Dee
Born in Hong Kong, Chef Dee Chan has made his mark as one of Singapore’s youngest executive chefs in Chinese cuisine.
Inspired by his father, a seasoned chef with decades of experience in Chinese cooking, Chef Dee relocated to Singapore at the age of 16. He began his culinary career at W Hotel as a cook before refining his craft at Tung Lok Seafood. His journey continued at Conrad Centennial Hotel, where he developed a deep understanding of local flavours.
He later took on the role of Head Chef at the then newly-launched Mott 32, followed by his most recent position as Executive Chef at Clan 7, where he showcased his modern take on Chinese cuisine.
Now, Chef Dee helms the kitchen at 黑珍珠 The Black Pearl, bringing his creative flair and culinary experience to continue a legacy of excellence, delivering unforgettable dining moments that celebrate the best of contemporary fine Cantonese dining in Singapore.
Awards
| 2025 | Best Star Chefs Award at the IBA World Best Star Chefs Awards 2025 |
| 2025 | Gold Medalist (Individual Category); Bronze Medalist (Team Category) at the 2025 Macao International Chinese Cuisine Chef Competition 澳门国际中餐厨皇争霸赛 |
| 2024 | Gold Medalist at the 21st World Food Olympics in Seoul |
| 2024 | Gold Medalist at the 3rd International Master Chef Cooking Competition in Seoul |
| 2019 | Special Gold Award (Individual Category) at the Lee Kum Kee World Chefs Championship in Nanxun |
| 2019 | Silver Medalist at the 3rd Macau World Cantonese Cuisine Chef Competition |
| 2018 | Special Gold Award at the Seoul International Master Chefs Competition |
| 2017 | Runner-up at the 2018 Lee Kum Kee International Young Chef Chinese Culinary Challenge |
| 2017 | Excellence Award at the Youth Champion Culinary Competition |
| 2018 | Champion at the Cantonese Cuisine Competition by the World Master Chefs Association in Malaysia |
A Trusted Cantonese Fine Dining Destination in Singapore
With Chef Dee Chan at the helm, 黑珍珠 The Black Pearl has established itself as a trusted fine Cantonese dining restaurant in Singapore, known for its dedication to exceptional quality and an innovative approach to traditional Cantonese dishes, offering a remarkable culinary experience for all guests.