Chef and restaurateur
Remembering those we recently lost
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Key moments and achievements from Bill Poon's life.
Bill was born
· London, England, United Kingdom
Founding
Bill and Cecilia Poon began producing wind-dried meats and sausages from a treasured family recipe, launching what became a lasting Poon's signature.
Founding
Bill and Cecilia Poon began producing wind-dried meats and sausages from a treasured family recipe, launching what became a lasting Poon's signature.
Founding
The Poons opened their first restaurant, Poon's & Co, at 27 Lisle Street in the heart of London's Chinatown.
Founding
The Poons opened their first restaurant, Poon's & Co, at 27 Lisle Street in the heart of London's Chinatown.
Founding
Poon opened the more refined Poon's of Covent Garden at 41 King Street, building the kitchen in the centre of the room and surrounding it with glass so diners could watch the cooking.
Founding
Poon opened the more refined Poon's of Covent Garden at 41 King Street, building the kitchen in the centre of the room and surrounding it with glass so diners could watch the cooking.
Award
Poon's of Covent Garden received a Michelin star, among the first Chinese restaurants in Britain to be so recognised, drawing guests from Mick Jagger to Frank Sinatra.
Award
Poon's of Covent Garden received a Michelin star, among the first Chinese restaurants in Britain to be so recognised, drawing guests from Mick Jagger to Frank Sinatra.
Recognition
Poon was named among nominees for the Pearl Awards for the promotion of excellence in Chinese cuisine, alongside leadership roles in London's Chinese community organisations.
Recognition
Poon was named among nominees for the Pearl Awards for the promotion of excellence in Chinese cuisine, alongside leadership roles in London's Chinese community organisations.
Bill Poon passed away
