Unlock the Secret Sauce of 2025 Michelin-Selected Jin Jing Ge: A Gem of Private Island Dining

Jin Jing Ge Chinese Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Suzhou has been recognized in the first edition of the MICHELIN Guide Jiangsu Province 2025 in Nanjing. As the hotel's signature Chinese dining destination, Jin Jing Ge is led by Executive Chinese Chef Charles Zhang and Chinese Restaurant Manager David Gao. Their profound expertise in Jiangnan cuisine and commitment to refined hospitality transform  regional flavors into contemporary culinary masterpiece. 

Chef Charles Zhang is from Shanghai's Sanlin, a renowned cradle of culinary talents. He has devoted more than 15 years to honing his skills in Jiangnan cuisine. With hisexquisite craftsmanship and deep-rooted understanding of local ingredients, Chef Zhang joined Four Seasons Hotel Suzhou and seamlessly blends tradition into his unique culinary vision, unveiling flavours ofJiangnan throughout each season.

This Michelin recognition is a testament to Jin Jing Ge's unwavering dedication to preserving and reinventing Jiangnan's culinary heritage. The restaurant warmly invites discerning diners to savor the poetry of seasonal transitions through its curated menus, where timeless traditions and modern sensibilities converge in every bite.

Through Culinary Artistry: A Tribute to Jiangnan

Jin Jing Ge's culinary philosophy is centered around the harmony of seasons. The menu not only celebrates the natural rhythm but also pays homage to Jiangnan's time-honored culinary traditions while embracing modern innovation. Chef Charles Zhang and his team painstakingly source local ingredients, crafting dishes that seamlessly blend heritage with creativity. From the caramelized richness of Cherry Pork with Broccoli Shoots to the bold interplay of Sichuan Chili Oil-Marinated Turtle with Hanshou Turtle, and from the coastal elegance of Braised Yellow Croaker with Taizhou Rice Cakes to the fiery Hunan-inspired Liling Yellow Chili Steamed Turtle, each dish serves as a culinary compass, charting China’s diverse regional flavors while preserving Jiangnan’s poetic essence. 

Where Garden Meets Gastronomy: A Spatial Ode to Suzhou

Designed by AB Concept, Jin Jing Gen draws inspiration from the poetic "Misty Rain of Jiangnan," reinterpreting classical garden aesthetics through a contemporary lens. Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows artfully capture the ever-shifting tableau of the seasons, while cerulean glass screens engage in a mesmerizing interplay of light and shadow. Beyond the terrace, the tranquil lake and manicured gardens merge seamlessly into a living landscape painting. Seven private dining chambers—poetically titled after revered jade varieties (Ti, Tang, Zhou, Zhen, Xu, Xiang, Xun)—embody Jiangnan's refined elegance through intricate Suzhou-style latticework and delicate wooden totems. Secluded lounges nestle amidst lush greenery, transforming culinary indulgence into an immersive cultural journey that nourishes both senses and spirit.

Savoring Jiangnan Through the Secret Sauce

Executive Chef Charles Zhang draws inspiration from the awakening landscapes of Suzhou in spring. His Secret Sauce lies in foraging the lakes and hills for ingredients that mark the season’s arrival – such as wild herbs, bamboo shoots, and river delicacies. The Braised Longsnout Catfish Meatball, made with catfish roe, preserved vegetables, fava beans, and soy sauce captures this spirit perfectly - an elegant dish that reflects Suzhou’s terroir and the traditions of Jiangnan cuisine.