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Alexander The Guest

I Reviewed MY SUBSCRIBER'S Restaurant In Singapore

A young woman approached me in a Singapore restaurant, asking if she could cook for me. Despite my packed schedule, I made time—and I’m so glad I did. What I thought would be a quick street food stop turned into an unforgettable experience

Curve Magazine

The Relentless Pursuit of a Dream.​

Aeron Choo Never Accepts “No”

When it Comes to her Passion.

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​In the high-pressure restaurant business, where persistence, talent and dedication intertwine, Aeron Choo is the embodiment of unwavering commitment to her passion.

Her World

Career Confessions:  This young female sushi chef is breaking boundaries in Japanese cuisine.

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Chef Aeron Choo was the first Singaporean to graduate from a prestigious Japanese culinary academy

The Straits Times

With several high-end Japanese establishments flooding the scene, local chefs helming such restaurants have to work even harder to stand. One of them is chef Aeron Choo, 29 who started out in 2016 with a 2-seat restaurant at Fortune Centre.

Porsche
Driven by Dreams.

Pursuing a dream, no matter what stands in your way - Aeron Choo was just a teenager when she discovered her passion for Japanese food culture, but that did not stop her from pursuing her dream with steadfast determination.

CNA Lifestyle

Pursuing her culinary dreams with passion and grit.

Chef Aeron Choo of omakase restaurant Kappou is rewriting the rules in a male-dominated field.

Porsche Singapore

Chef Aeron Choo: Never Accept “No”

Aeron on mastering Japanese cuisine, despite facing gender stereotypes and other traditional beliefs in Japan.

ladyironchef

10 heroines who are shaking up Singapore’s food & beverage scene.

SingaLife

お寿司をメインとしたシェフ渾身のモダン日本料理を、最高級の日本酒とともにご堪能ください

nuyou

KAPPOU 大厨自选日式餐馆创办人

兼主厨

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她16岁时只身前往日本当烹饪学徒，刻苦六年后于20出头回新在工业区食肆里开Kappou日食摊位，

The Peak

This is the story of how Aeron Choo went from apprentice to chef-owner of omakase restaurant Kappou

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A full-fledged Japanophile, Choo shares how embarking on a path less travelled has taught her how to thrive in the restaurant industry.

Grazia

#GraziaGameChangers: Aeron Choo On Carving Out Space In F&B

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"Defy cultural norms and break out of the stereotype that society or your industry places on you."

Thy Food Emperor

A New Era has begun for Kappou - From its humble beginnings as a secret 12-seater sushi tapas bar at Fortune Centre, the newest upscale fine dining venue that seats 20 now exudes a refined elegance with its interiors adorned with ikebana....

Washoku World Challenge 2023

Chef Aeron's sophisticated creations centred around the ‘Dashi’ theme, interpreting Heian era's appreciation towards transition of solar terms between seasons with a contemporary twist to be presented on the designated Hassun plate.

The Straits Times

The Asia-Pacific edition of the Porsche Dreamers. On. campaign.

Defying cultural norms: Meet Singapore’s first female chef-owner of a Japanese restaurant. 

Mothership

Overcoming sexism & a tumour, S'porean, 26, is now chef-owner at successful Middle Rd omakase bar

The Peak

Is Fortune Centre the next hub for Japanese cuisine?

The Straits Times

Kappou Japanese Sushi Tapas Bar at Fortune Centre serves fish a cut above.

Prestige

Prestige 40 under 40​

Never one to stick to conventions, Aeron Choo is Singapore's first female Japanese restaurant owner and chef. Her career in this exacting industry began at the age of 14, leading her to establish her first restaurant, Kappou...

Grand Seiko

Grand Seiko Asia-Pacific’s 'Alive in Time through the Five Senses' exhibition where the experience concluded with a special Japanese Hassun meal by Chef Aeron. 

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The Business Times     Tatler SG

The Edge     Portfolio SG​​

Robb Report SG     Revolution

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Zao Bao

日本料理辚馆旁争教烈，要职颖而出，业者得打造滩忘的用餐体验，抓住食客的胃与心。寿情遒多种酒吉的厨师与食毒轻松互动带动气领；也有星级裝馆写师宝河出非一般白料滋味；还有的靠烧烤带出说缆和妹缆惊嘉。

Expat Choice

Kappou, A Culinary Odyssey in the Heart of Singapore's CBD.

The renovated interiors are a testament to Chef Aeron Choo's skill, with ikebana arrangements, artisanal tableware, and earthen elements highlighted by modern lighting.

Washoku World Challenge 2022

Chef Aeron, winner of the Asian Regional Qualifying Tournament, is invited to the Final Tournament to be held in Tokyo, February 2023

The Business Times

The Porsche Dreamers. On. campaign celebrates individuals

WGA 2020

Chef Aeron winning the Welbilt's Rising Chef of the Year 2020 challenge.

The Straits Times

Young chef starts from zero.

SOJAO

She-Hustles is a lifestyle series celebrating the diversity, passion and grit of the many inspiring female entrepreneurs we've met on our journey with SOJAO.