Kenneth Foong

Kenneth Foong is the chef you want in your corner — masterful in the kitchen, refreshingly low-key, and a certified dog guy. He has honed his craft in some of the world’s most revered restaurants (Eleven Madison Park, Betony, Restaurant André) and, in 2020, became the first Asian head chef at three-Michelin-star Noma.

For this collaboration, we worked with Kenneth to create a custom work jacket that mirrors his approach to cooking: sharp, effortless, and built to last. Because whether you’re leading one of the most celebrated kitchens on the planet or perfecting your favorite dish at home, great design and great food are always a perfect pairing.

 
 
Shot by Adam Katz Sinding at Kenneth Foong’s home in Copenhagen.

Shot by Adam Katz Sinding at Kenneth Foong’s home in Copenhagen.

 
 
 
Shot by Adam Katz Sinding at Kenneth Foong’s home in Copenhagen. Shot by Adam Katz Sinding at Kenneth Foong’s home in Copenhagen.
Shot by Adam Katz Sinding at Kenneth Foong’s home in Copenhagen.
 
 

1 Minute with Foong

Worst uniform you’ve ever had to wear

I remember when I was working in NYC—once you made it to sous chef, you got your own chef’s coat with your name on it. It was something many aspired to, but unfortunately, those Bragard coats were incredibly uncomfortable to wear. They were overly starched and chafed around the neckline. On top of that, they were so short—essentially like crop tops—so once you raised your hands to pick up anything, the coat would ride up over the waist straps of your apron. In the end, I probably preferred wearing the generic coats provided by the laundry company, which resembled oversized pajamas.

What do you usually wear when you’re not behind a stove?

Tan khakis, a white shirt, and an overshirt. As generic as they come.

One piece of clothing you can’t live without

Probably my Blundstones. Do shoes count? If not, I’m getting very attached to my Finery Workwear olive coat.

One inspiring thing you saw last week

My wife showed me a project she was working on—combining a mille crêpe cake and a flan, kind of a play on pastel imposible. It was dope.

Other than Noma, where should I eat in Copenhagen?

Jatak. In my opinion, one of the most underrated restaurants you probably haven’t heard of yet. Delicious and unpretentious cooking, presented in a style that is very thought-provoking.

Favorite eating cities in the world

Kyoto, Japan. Mexico City, Mexico. Basque Country, Spain.