A symphony of tastes

Beijing

The food at China World Hotel is considered by the doyens of catering in Beijing as some of the best among five-star hotels in the capital. There are still many pleasant surprises - such as the well-kept secret of Aria, the hotel's award-winning Western restaurant where the menu has remained unchanged for three years now.

But the winds of change are blowing with the arrival of Matthew McCool, new chef de cuisine. Born in Australia of Scottish descent, the 26-year-old's 10-year stint in the business is already considerable.