Margarita Forés
Chef/owner of Cibo, Grace Park Dining, Lusso, The Loggia at Palacio de Memoria, Cibo di Marghi, and Museya Kafé
Margarita Forés, named Asia’s Best Female Chef 2016, has proven time and time again why she is a culinary gem for the Philippines. Not only has her hero restaurant Cibo stood the test of time, having just celebrated 26 years in the business, but she truly flexes her culinary muscles through her fine dining catering enterprise Cibo di Marghi. Through this, she has not only spread her love for Italian cookery, but has impressively pioneered modern, elevated Filipino cuisine in the country, paving the way for many celebrated names in the industry today. As a staunch advocate of Filipino heritage ingredients, and an expert on Italian fare, this gourmand shows no signs of slowing down.