Originally from New Zealand, Daniel Brooker has over 25 years of culinary experience. In 2012, Daniel won the individual gold medal in IKA Culinary Olympics in Germany as part of the UAE National Team, making him the only chef in New Zealand history to achieve this prestigious honour, which is also a significant milestone in his honour-laden resume. Daniel has worked for a number of renowned luxury hotel chains in New Zealand, Abu Dhabi, Macau, Beijing and Shanghai. From this extensive experience he with perspectiveness and critical thinking embracing the ever-changing pluralistic time. Daniel had once worked alongside New Zealand’s celebrity chef and fusion cuisine pioneer Peter Gordon, and learned how to utilize ingredients in unexpected ways to create novel and unique experiences.
Prior to joining Niccolo Changsha, Daniel was the Director of Culinary at Kimpton Qiantan Shanghai. As he debuts the journey in Changsha, he will continue to present innovative dishes inspired by classic French cuisine and infused with local touches. Guests can enjoy his signature creations at Niccolo Kitchen, The Tea Lounge and Bar 93, as well as customised private dinner.
Commenting on his new journey to Changsha, Daniel said, "Although my first time working in this city, I have learned that people in Changsha here are adventurous about new things while honoring the tradition. This endows me with significant amount of space to create and craft. In the past years, Niccolo Changsha has been a pioneer in introducing new trend. I am confident to uphold this ethos."
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About Niccolo Changsha
New Encounters. Timeless Pleasures.
Niccolo Changsha is located in Hunan capital’s premier address in Furong District entertainment and business hub. Opened in October 2018, the hotel offers 241 contemporary urban chic rooms and spectacular suites between the 86th and 92nd floors of Changsha IFS Tower One. Situated in the most vibrant part of the city, the hotel’s facilities include contemporary function and meeting spaces offering scenic views of the city and Xiang River, elaborate conference and social event venues including The Conservatory, the luxurious Niccolo Ballroom, a sophisticated Tea Lounge, Bar 93, Niccolo Kitchen, The Spa at Niccolo and the Fitness Centre. Reservations may be made at niccolohotels.com.
About Niccolo Hotels
Niccolo Hotels is a collection of five contemporary chic hotels inspired by luxury fashion. Underpinning the brand is the desire to make life effortlessly luxurious for guests with engaging experiences, art and design, and sophisticated spaces. The brand’s first property opened in Chengdu in 2015 and it is now present in Hong Kong SAR, Changsha, Chongqing and Suzhou. Niccolo Hotels is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. For more information, please visit niccolohotels.com, Instagram or LinkedIn.
About GHA DISCOVERY
Launched in 2010, GHA DISCOVERY is the world’s largest loyalty programme for independent hotel brands, featuring more than 800 hotels, resorts, and palaces across 40 brands. Members enjoy VIP recognition, thoughtful benefits and generous rewards at home or away. GHA DISCOVERY members earn and spend DISCOVERY Dollars (D$), an exclusive rewards currency. They also enjoy member-only Experiences curated by each hotel, plus they have access to properties close to home, without a stay, through member-only Local Offers.
For more information about GHA DISCOVERY or to join, visit www.ghadiscovery.com or download the GHA DISCOVERY mobile app. Travellers can also connect with GHA DISCOVERY on Instagram and Facebook.
For more information about GHA DISCOVERY or to join, visit www.ghadiscovery.com or download the GHA DISCOVERY mobile app. Travellers can also connect with GHA DISCOVERY on Instagram and Facebook.
