Darren Teoh is the founder and chef of Dewakan, where he weaves narratives through cuisine, using local ingredients to interpret the natural world and explore his relationship with place, memory, and identity. His cooking is deeply rooted in Malaysia’s landscape, with ingredients serving as markers of his journey—revealing the past while hinting at the future. 

At Dewakan, this philosophy translates into a thoughtful and highly personal dining experience that challenges conventional ideas of food and hospitality. A firm believer in a more progressive culinary landscape, Darren is committed to fostering empathy, protecting the environment, improving the way we cook and live, and rethinking restaurant systems. 

His work is driven by a desire to create meaningful change and explore new possibilities. Through Dewakan, he continues to push boundaries with bold, authentic approaches to cuisine and hospitality, creating a distinctive experience shaped by nature, place, and a pioneering spirit.