With 26 years of experience in Chinese cuisine accumulated mainly in Shanghai and Hangzhou, Chef Zhang has mastered the intricacies of the culinary style local to Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces, known as Jiangzhe cuisine. He honed his craft over the years as the head Chinese chef at various luxury hotels, as well as in the kitchen of a Michelin-starred restaurant in Shanghai. His cooking philosophy revolves around maintaining the authentic foundation of the regional dishes he creates, including using local ingredients and finding innovative ways to unlock new flavour profiles. Most recently, Chef Zhang served as the Chinese chef at Jin Sha, the celebrated restaurant at Four Seasons Hangzhou West Lake.

Davide's love for cooking began with fond memories of his mother's cooking creations and the diverse food cultures he experienced while travelling to various countries. His appreciation for distinctive regional cuisines led to a passion for culinary art. Davide has worked his way through different countries, leaving a mark in luxury hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants around the world, including Armani Hotel in Dubai, Shangri-La and Ritz-Carlton in Shanghai, and well-known restaurants in Rome, London and Taipei. Marking his entrance into the Four Seasons family here in Suzhou, he looks forward to bringing a luxurious dining experience to our guests.