Chef Florence Dalia : the intrepid adventurer of Taipei
- 2 Michelin star chef in Taiwan
- More than 15 years experience of fine dining in Asia
- Modern French classics in Asia
More 2 stars chefs. More Taiwanese chefs. Other female chefs here.
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Cheffe Florence Dalia’s culinary journey began at the age of 16 when she enrolled in cooking school.
Early on, she honed her passion for fine dining at L’Espérance in Burgundy alongside Chef Marc Meneau, which shaped her passion for French fine dining. Seeking new horizons, she ventured overseas, training in esteemed kitchens across England, France, and Switzerland. In 2005, she joined the Robuchon group, serving as sous chef de cuisine at Joël Robuchon Monte-Carlo and later at Joël Robuchon Hong Kong, both acclaimed with Michelin stars.
During her time in Hong Kong, she fell in love with Asia’s dynamism and chose to stay. As chef de cuisine at David Laris and New Heights restaurant at Three on the Bund, she managed a team of over 40 chefs for five years. One of her most memorable experiences was contributing to Shanghai’s culinary scene.
It was only natural for Florence Dalia to join Mandarin Oriental Taipei’s Cafe Un Deux Trois as its chef de cuisine, where she continued serving modern French classics in Asia. She then moved back to Hong Kong after being transferred by the Mandarin Oriental group to Landmark Mandarin Oriental as Executive Sous Chef under the direction of Chef Richard Ekkebus for three years before finally returning to Taipei’s L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon.
A Robuchon alumna, she opened her own restaurant in 2023 to showcase her brand of French cooking with a feminine touch.
After she received her second star in the Michelin Guide Taiwan 2021, Florence finally decides to open her concept of a chef table “16 by flo” in Daan district in Taipei. She continues to captivate diners with her artistry, weaving a narrative that intertwines her deep love for her native Burgundy. Now at the helm of her own place she can fully express her culinary vision, using the amazing ladder Taiwan has to offer. Nestled in the heart of Taipei, 16 by Flo stands as a testament to her dedication. As founder and chef-proprietor, she infuses every dish with her passion for French cuisine and her unique personal touch, offering guests an immersive dining experience like no other.
