Chef Sang Jung

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About Chef Sang Jung

Sang Jeong is a Korean-born chef who serves as the Head Chef at ICHU, a restaurant launched by the acclaimed Peruvian chef Virgilio Martínez. He gained significant experience as a protégé of Martínez, spending over three years at the award-winning Central Restaurant in Lima, Peru, and brings over a decade of international culinary expertise to his role.

★Awards & Recognition

★The World's 50 Best Restaurants (for Cen… (Ongoing)

Chef Timeline

Prior to 2019

Chef at Central Restaurant

Central Restaurant

Worked for over three years at Virgilio Martínez's renowned Central Restaurant in Lima, Peru, as a protégé.

2019

Head Chef at ICHU

ICHU

Appointed as the Head Chef of ICHU, a Peruvian-inspired restaurant launched by Virgilio Martínez.

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Sang Jeong is a Korean-born chef who serves as the Head Chef at ICHU, a restaurant launched by the acclaimed Peruvian chef Virgilio Martínez. He gained significant experience as a protégé of Martínez, spending over three years at the award-winning Central Restaurant in Lima, Peru, and brings over a decade of international culinary expertise to his role.

Cuisine Highlights

Peruvian-inspired cuisine

News

In November 2019, 'The Best Chef Awards' featured Sang Jeong, highlighting his role as the Korean-born Head Chef of ICHU and his extensive background, including his tenure under Virgilio Martínez at Central Restaurant.

Restaurants by chef

ICHU, Central Restaurant (Lima)

Additional Details

Chef Sang Jeong's culinary philosophy is driven by a global perspective and a passion for culinary excellence, inspired by his travels and diverse experiences in the international food scene.

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