MEET THE CHEF! Q & A with GLB Brewpub's Head Chef: Krsna Algenio

Chef Krsna has been elevating the Brewpub menu with her extremely delicious and innovative culinary creations. We recently asked Krsna a few questions about her experiences and inspirations.

Q: Tell us a bit about your journey in the food industry.

A: I started my career as a Chef in Singapore in 2010. In 2012, I had an opportunity to work in Seoul Korea (Cafe Nox). Working in those two countries really carved my love for great comfort food; simple but sincere recipes, and memorable dining experiences. Like any other young Chef, I would daydream often about opening my own restaurant. In March 2013, together with my very good friend Kai Sason, we opened up our first restaurant in Alabang Philippines named Tus'. Filipino families always have the best memories around the dinner table, and we love to help sustain that through simple and comforting experiences. We believed that less is more.When my small family of three moved here in 2019, I worked for Meat & Pie Co., a backyard BBQ concept type of restaurant along King Street, as an R&D Chef.

Q: What do you love about leading the GLB Brewpub kitchen?

A: Oh so many things: orchestrating our daily preps, ordering and menu updates. Training the kitchen team to be fully ready and equipped for battle. I also love seeing the team grow, as we're all work in progress, but at the same time all are willing to help each other be better in the kitchen.

Q: What are your hobbies outside the kitchen?

A: I love playing tennis during summer time and bowling during weekends with family and friends. Spending time and playing catch and throw with my 5 year old Matthew is my favourite hobby.

Q: What do you cook at home?

A: A well-seasoned ribeye steak served with kimchi fried rice and egg. This is my go-to dish as well to welcome family and friends home from a long flight!

Q: What other Chefs inspire you?

A: Bill Kim for Korean BBQ techniques, Tadashi Ono for Japanese grilling techniques, Marion Grasby for simple, unpretentious yet umami bomb dishes, and Youtube videos Jamie Oliver for rustic and hearty cooking.