Syrco BASÈ, the pioneering culinary hub in Ubud helmed by two Michelin-starred chef, Syrco Bakker, is proud to announce that Chef Syrco was awarded Two Knives at this year’s prestigious The Best Chef Awards, recognizing him as a leader in “world-class expertise.”
The ceremony, held in Dubai, highlighted global talent in the fine dining world, celebrating chefs who exemplify creativity, innovation, and a dedication to positive social impact.
Founded in 2017, The Best Chef Awards honor the world’s most distinguished chefs while serving as a platform for innovation and fostering a global culinary community. The Awards’ Knife recognition system, introduced this year, honors chefs for their contributions to the industry, with Three Knives awarded for “culinary mastery,” Two Knives for “world-class expertise,” and One Knife for “notable contributions.”
Several other distinguished chefs in Bali were honored at the Best Chef Awards: Eelke Plasmeijer and Ray Adriansyah from Locavore NXT, and Gaetan Biesuz from RUMARI, each earned 1 Knife. Joining them is Hans Christian from August in Jakarta, who also received 1 Knife.
These accolades further establish Bali as Indonesia’s premier culinary destination, while significantly strengthening Indonesia’s position on the gastronomic map of Southeast Asia.
This recognition comes at a time when Syrco Bakker is expanding his influence in the United Arab Emirates through Farmhouse by Syrco at The Ritz-Carlton, Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert.
The venue champions Bakker’s core values by working with local farms and fisheries to craft a menu rooted in sustainable practices. Ras Al Khaimah’s natural beauty and rich agricultural heritage make it an ideal setting for Chef Syrco’s commitment to quality ingredients and respect for the origins of each product.
At Syrco BASÈ in Bali, which is operating under the new tagline of “Beyond Dining,” The Best Chef honor has reinforced Chef Syrco’s guiding framework of Traceability, Nature, and Transparency. At the sprawling culinary hub, the Dutch-Indonesian chef and his team of champions foster a deeply personal connection with every ingredient, working closely with suppliers to uphold a supply chain grounded in integrity.
This ensures that each dish is traceable, celebrates the natural bounty of Bali, and embodies transparent practices that strengthen trust and unity between diners and producers.
Chef Syrco was also recently named among Prestige Indonesia’s 40 Under 40 for his culinary excellence and vision. This annual feature in Prestige Indonesia magazine highlights exceptional talents under 40, showcasing individuals who demonstrate ingenuity, determination, and leadership in their respective fields.
His success extends to the achievements of the Syrco BASÈ team. Wisnu Arcana, a young and dynamic mixologist, recently earned the title of Best Young Bartender at the Giffard West Cup Global Finals in France, an internationally respected competition for bartenders established in 1997.
Additionally, Stefan de Graaf, Head of Culinary Services, was a finalist in the San Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition regional finals in Hong Kong this past September.
