Sea Symphony in Shenzhen: AFFINITÉ Elevates Fine Dining to Art

Located in the prestigious Sea World Culture and Arts Center branch in Shekou, Shenzhen, AFFINITÉ stands as a beacon of elevated fine dining. True to its "Sea to Table" ethos, the restaurant sources the freshest seasonal seafood straight from local fishermen, transforming nature's bounty into exquisite dishes with masterful creativity.

On January 27, AFFINITÉ received a new accolade: it was featured in the 2026 Blue Bay Greater Bay Area Food Guide among the Featured Restaurants. Adding to the celebration, it has also been awarded One Diamond in the 2026 Black Pearl Restaurant Guide, a prestigious recognition that highlights its outstanding culinary excellence.

It masterfully weaves local ingredients and vibrant Asian flavors into the elegant framework of classic French cuisine, delivering an exhilarating culinary journey that bridges mountains and sea. Complementing the experience is an intimate private cigar lounge and an exceptional wine selection sourced directly from premier wineries worldwide.

At the heart of AFFINITÉ lies a passionate pursuit: using cuisine as a powerful medium to forge profound harmony between flavor and art.

Chef Wesley Alene

Embodies international sophistication and the pure essence of French culinary tradition. A celebrated Black Pearl Award-winning chef, he has been nominated by the Prime Minister of Mauritius and triumphed in the Culinary King Competition.

His remarkable journey includes spearheading high-end openings across China, the Caribbean, and the Indian Ocean over seven years, while building Shenzhen's Black Pearl-nominated WES Fine Dining from the ground up. Honored with distinctions such as the Red Ribbon from the International Ecofi Culinary Association and the Best of Gastronomie Gold Chef Award, he has judged prestigious events like the Hotelex International Master Chef Classic and World Association of Chefs' Societies competitions.

As Vice Chairman of the Western Cuisine Committee of the Shenzhen Culinary Association, Wesley sets benchmarks in authentic French techniques while seamlessly integrating oceanic flavors from the Indian Ocean, Caribbean, and Asia, perfectly aligning with the "Sea to Table" philosophy.

Chef John

Brings a bold, modern fusion of Japanese and French techniques, skillfully bridging East and West. A standout on the international stage and a key innovator in Shenzhen's high-end creative cuisine scene, he has collaborated with Michelin-starred French chefs and renowned Japanese masters to craft crossover menus and iconic signature dishes.

John excels in developing groundbreaking fusion creations, harnessing French precision with seasonal Asian ingredients, from initial concept to flawless execution. His deep expertise in premium, region-specific produce enables daring flavor breakthroughs, while his meticulous eye for plating artistry and balanced taste ensures every dish arrives as a visual and sensory masterpiece.

Sommelier Jason

Adding the perfect flourish is Sommelier Jason, Mainland China's pioneering Michelin Sommelier Award winner (the first in the region, earned in 2023). He elevates every meal into an unforgettable Western dining symphony through expertly curated wine lists, inspired food pairings, and captivating wine dinners for discerning clients.

Under his leadership, the team secured a Michelin One Star and Black Pearl One Diamond in Chengdu in 2024 (the city's sole starred Western restaurant), followed by consecutive Michelin One Star honors in 2024-2025. From orchestrating the wine supply chain to training staff and overseeing seamless operations, Jason serves as the strategic force propelling Affinité's pursuit of gastronomic excellence.

Together, this powerhouse trio, Wesley, John, and Jason, redefines contemporary high-end French cuisine, inviting guests into a world where tradition meets bold innovation in every unforgettable bite.

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