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![]() December 12th & 13th, 2007
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Torsten Rumprecht
Head Chef at Parallel 23, The Regent Palms
Many chefs have had colorful lives but few can match Torsten Rumprecht’s. Born into a poor German family, he has cooked and showed his talent in Germany, Austria, France, USA, Caribbean, South Pacific and Eastern Europe, cooked for Donald Trump, Julia Child, and Bruce Springsteen. Chef Torsten is adamant, “Only the best products in season from all over the world! The menu must reflect what is on the market today and top quality seasonal products are essential in my cooking style.” Rumprecht refuses to allow his delectable dishes to be pigeon-holed into the ‘fusion’ category, but with training in kitchens in four continents, including a two-Michelin Star restaurant in Austria, perhaps his eclectic dishes are simply the inevitable and rewarding result of a global education. Torsten caught the cooking bug from his grandfather (a head chef in Germany) and entered his apprenticeship at the age of 15, where each summer he was sent to different culinary competitions to gain experience and show off his talent. His knowledge of fine food led to a TV appearance of Great Spas of the World from the Discovery Channel. Having spent his professional life amazing discerning palates in several highly rated independent luxury resorts, Chef Torsten always wanted to join a world renowned luxury hotel group. When he heard of Regent’s new Caribbean jewel, he decided this was the perfect opportunity. |
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