Dongguan Songshan Lake Banyan Tree Welcomes New Chinese Executive Chef

By That's GBA, March 13, 2025

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Dongguan Songshan Lake Banyan Tree has appointed Chef David Ye as the hotel's Chinese Executive Chef.

Chef David Ye, a true Cantonese native, has accumulated 42 years of experience in Cantonese cuisine. 

Deeply influenced by Cantonese culinary culture since childhood, he has always been passionate and aspirational about gourmet food and cooking. 

His career began in 1983 when he apprenticed under Pan Tong, a master chef of state banquets, at the Guangdong Yingbin Hotel. 

In 1987, he further honed his skills under the guidance of renowned Hong Kong master chef Lin Yanfa at the China Hotel. 

Subsequently, he served as the executive chef at several time-honored hotels and restaurants in Guangzhou, as well as at five-star hotels such as Kempinski and Wanda, where he dedicated himself to the innovation and development of Cantonese cuisine. 

At the 60th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China Gourmet Awards, Chef Ye was honored as one of the Top Ten Outstanding Executive Chefs in South China. 

Additionally, he has catered to political dignitaries, earning widespread praise and numerous accolades for his exceptional culinary creations and service.

Cantonese cuisine culture emphasizes the freshness and seasonality of ingredients, as well as creativity and variation in the cooking process. 

As a seasoned Cantonese chef, Chef Ye excels in sourcing authentic ingredients and integrating innovative cooking techniques into the refinement of classic dishes and the development of original creations. 

In his leisure time, Chef Ye enjoys participating in food industry exhibitions, exchanging ideas with experts from different regions, and drawing inspiration for further innovation.

In his new role, Chef Ye will lead the Chinese kitchen team to craft novel, unique, and authentic Cantonese dining experiences, presenting guests from around the world with an array of exquisite and delicious dishes.

Banyan Tree Dongguan Songshan Lake is situated at the junction of the Lingnan oasis and the lake area, with ancient villages nearby and the green peaks and verdant mountains in the distance, offering an oriental garden where man and nature are in harmony with each other. 

The hotel features 141 spacious guest rooms and suites and 18 villas with stunning views of Songshan Lake, providing guests with an immersive experience of Lingnan sensibility and culture. 

Two restaurants and a bar offer a feast for the taste buds with a blend of global cuisine and local specialties. 

Over 1,200 square meters of meeting space provides an inspiring stage for event planners. 

The award-winning Banyan Tree Spa and its extensive wellbeing experiences will create unforgettable retreats. 

In this sanctuary of serenity and comfort, you can reconnect with the calming rhythm of life, enjoy a romantic journey, and embark on a spiritual retreat.


Banyan Tree Dongguan Songshan Lake

No. 7, Hu'an Road, Songshan Lake, Dongguan 东莞市松山湖湖岸路7号

For Reservations: +86769-8929 6666

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