Greek-Australian Chef David Laris is synonymous with shaping and re-defining the food and beverage industry in Shanghai. Originally from Sydney, David started his love affair with food at an early age. With early childhood years spent in Greece, he grew up with a great appreciation of Mediterranean food and lifestyle.

      Back in Australia, David launched his career with a classic French apprenticeship. In more than 20 years, he has traveled and worked around the world as head chef, restauranteur and entrepreneur in Shanghai, Beijing, Hong Kong, Macau, Hanoi, London and Sydney.  

 

    

      Arriving in Shanghai in 2003, he launched his namesake restaurant Laris at Three on the Bund, which quickly became a landmark in the citys contemporary fine dining scene. Davids diverse culinary approach and commitment to service and hospitality led to numerous awards and international recognition, including: #1 Restaurant in China and #8 Restaurant in Asia, The Miele Guide 2009/2010; Restaurant of the Year, Thats SH 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008; Top 80 Hot Tables, Conde Nast Traveler 2005, among others.

     Recently, David has starred in a web series "Dining with David & Sarah" where he shares some of his favorite recipes.  Catch all the episodes on his Meishi page here: http://v.meishichina.com/zhuanjilist/1574/