City of Dreams Sri Lanka Appoints Chef Ye Panwang to Lead Chinese Culinary Excellence at Spice 8

City of Dreams Sri Lanka has announced the appointment of Chef Ye Panwang as Chef de Cuisine, bringing over two decades of international culinary expertise to its dynamic dining portfolio and further strengthening the destination’s commitment to world-class gastronomy.

Chef Panwang now leads the culinary direction of Spice 8, City of Dreams Sri Lanka’s signature Pan-Asian dining destination, where his deep-rooted expertise in authentic and contemporary Chinese cuisine is set to elevate the restaurant’s offering for local and international guests alike.

His appointment marks another significant step in positioning City of Dreams Sri Lanka as South Asia’s premier integrated resort for luxury hospitality and exceptional dining experiences.

A Chinese national from Bengbu City, Anhui Province, Chef Panwang has built an impressive global career across some of the world’s most prestigious hospitality brands and luxury resorts.

His journey includes senior culinary leadership roles at properties such as The Kingsbury Colombo, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, Narcissus Hotel and Resort, and multiple five-star luxury resorts across the Maldives, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia.

Most recently, he served as Chinese Chef de Cuisine at The Kingsbury Colombo before joining City of Dreams Sri Lanka in March 2026.

Known for his mastery across Cantonese, Szechuan, Huaiyang, Beijing, Shanghai, and Hunan cuisines, Chef Panwang combines traditional culinary techniques with modern presentation styles, creating dishes that are both visually striking and deeply authentic.

His expertise also extends to vegetable and fruit carving, food sculpture, and artistic presentation—bringing theatre and craftsmanship to every dining experience.

At Spice 8, guests can expect a refined culinary journey that celebrates the richness of Asian flavours while introducing innovative interpretations that reflect the sophistication of City of Dreams Sri Lanka’s luxury dining ethos.

His philosophy centres on delivering exceptional cuisine without compromising on taste, quality, or creativity, while continuously pushing boundaries in modern Chinese gastronomy.

As City of Dreams Sri Lanka continues to redefine Colombo’s hospitality landscape, Chef Ye Panwang’s appointment reinforces its vision of bringing globally celebrated talent to the destination—creating experiences that go beyond dining and into the realm of unforgettable culinary storytelling.