China World Summit Wing, Beijing, a flagship Shangri-La hotel, is delighted to announce the appointment of Chef Nathan Griffin as chef de cuisine of Grill 79, the hotel’s upscale international restaurant.
Originally from England, Chef Griffin started his culinary career in 2000 and worked at many culinary institutions around the UK. Greatly influenced by renowned chefs he met at various renowned restaurants, he has able to hone his culinary expertise under their guidance.
Chef Griffin joined Shangri-La in 2010, working as head chef of Sydney restaurant Altitude. During his stint in the kitchen, he took the restaurant from one to three “hats” in the Good Food Guide, Australia’s premier restaurant guide. In 2015, he transferred to Shangri-La at the Fort, Manila, where he led the opening of two outlets, including Raging Bull Chophouse and Bar.
"I love using local and seasonal produce to create my dishes, and I’m excited to introduce my style of cuisine to diners in Beijing,” Chef Griffin said. Perched high above Beijing on Level 79, Grill 79 boasts an extensive collection of cellared wines and has unparalleled city view’s, all complementing Chef Griffin’s food.
With the world-class service and luxurious atmosphere one can expect from Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, Grill 79 is set to be the go-to choice for fine dining this season.