In Uwan's Footsteps
Inspired by the state of Negeri Sembilan
Prof Dato' Fazley Yaakob, Celebrity Chef and Singer
Designed by Prof Dato' Fazley Yaakob, this Bearista is a tribute
to
his cherished roots in Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan. Inspired by
his Uwan (grandmother), who once filled the air with the
sweet aroma of traditional kuih (treats) she made and sold in
their hometown, this Bearista carries the essence of family and
heritage.
The lush greenery featured on this Bearista reflects the serene
landscapes of Kuala Pilah, while the Rumah Gadang (traditional
Minangkabau house) is a loving replica of his great
grandmother's home. Every kuih painted is a nod to the very
treats his Uwan lovingly crafted.
In person with the artist.
This bearista is currently displayed at Starbucks KLIA Contact Pier. Find me
About the artists
Prof Dato' Fazley Yaakob
Chef and restaurateur, Professor Dato' Fazley Yaakob, broke
out as a popular recording artiste in the late 90s with hits
like "Asmara Ini," "Bila April," and more. In his 20-year
career, he made waves as a singer-songwriter, motivational
speaker, and prolific businessman. He won Grand Champion at
the MasterChef Celebrity Malaysia (2012) and pursued an
education in the culinary arts - Diplôme de Pâtisserie at Le
Cordon Bleu (Paris), Masters in Sugarcraft (London, UK), and
Diplôme Universitaire du Goût, de la Gastronomie et des
Arts de la Table (DUGGAT) from the University of Reims
Champagne-Ardenne, France.
In 2017, he was awarded Top 100 MIYE (Most Influential Young
Entrepreneur), Usahawan Bakat Khas at The ONE Awards, Most
Distinguished Le Cordon Bleu Alumni (Paris, France), and the
Golden Chef Award at the Malaysia International Gastronomy
Awards 2018.
"My Sucre Story", his Malaysian-French fusion cookbook won
the Top Prize at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2016.
The restaurant, Suka Sucre, received over 20 awards at the
MIGF
2016 & 2018 commending their innovation, creativity, and
homage to both his Negeri Sembilan heritage and French
education, hence his restaurant's tagline
"From Rembau To Paris."
Purchase this mini bearista to add into your collection. Get it now from your nearby Starbucks store.
A portion of the proceeds from the mini-Bearista will go to the collaborating artists and will also be donated to the Palestine Relief Fund through MERCY Malaysia.
