PS.Q&A: Meet the team that makes us tick: Steven Law

Steven Law, Beverage Manager / PS.Gourmet Group

Born: February 3rd, 1979 / 35 years old

Joined PS: January 2006 (PS.Cafe at Harding Road)

Hometown: Singapore

I found PS.Cafe: Through my NS friend Simon Ho.  We’ve known each other for almost 17 years now.  We served in the same unit, and he referred me for a bartender position at Harding Road shortly after it opened.  In my eight years here, I’ve learned a lot, but most importantly how to be a creative thinker.

My favourite drink is: A classic mojito – I love the refreshing mint leaf flavor.  I believe cocktails are just like fashion – classic cocktails will last longer and ultimately do better than some of the more trendy new creations.  Cocktails aside, I like Glenlivet 18 or The Macallan 18 on the rocks.

I’m most proud of: my team.  We all work very closely with one another, and some of them have been with me for the last seven years.    I would not be as successful without their support.  Good people are the best asset a restaurant can have – it can’t survive without people.

I could never: work an office job – too much air-con!  I’m a active person so I love being out in the sun.  

My favourite foods to cook at home: Were taught by my mother, who was a good cook.  I often make Penang Laksa, Trotter with Vinegar and Red Wine Chicken.

My last vacation was: A road trip from Bangkok to Chonburi and Pattaya.  Once I’m a bit familiar with a foreign country, I love to rent a car and drive myself around so I can experience it with the freedom of a local.

My dream vacation would be: A trek in Tibet.  I want to challenge myself to hike so high above seal level.  When travelling, I like to visit destinations that are geared toward young, active people – the adventurous ones I won’t be able to enjoy as well in my later years. 

If I didn’t work at PS, I would: Be an interior designer or a carpenter.  My dad specialized in residential renovations.  I studies interior design and apprenticed with him for 2.5 years.  I wanted to get out and see the world a bit before deciding on my future career, and that’s when I was introduced to F&B.   

Want to know more?  You can catch Steven behind the bar at PS.Cafe at Ann Siang Hill or Chopsuey Cafe on many evenings.

PS.Q&A: Meet the team that makes us tick: Joel Garcia

Joel Garcia, Barista / PS.Cafe Petit Tiong Bahru

Born: January 31st, 1980 / 34 years old

Joined PS: February 2010 (PS.Cafe at Palais Renaissance)

Hometown: Manila, Philippines

My favourite music is: Cool and cozy jazz.  I like oldies like we play here and classic, relaxing music.

The tool I can’t live without is: The espresso machine!  It’s an extension of my soul.  I’m a big coffee drinker -- latte or macchiato.

I really like our: Mellow Yellow and Mango Mint Soda at Palais or Harding.

My last vacation was: To Tagaytay, Southern Luzon.  We went to the highlands and enjoyed the cool weather.  We hiked the volcano there, which has a beautiful little lake in its crater.

My favourite comfort food is: Pork adobo, hands down.

My dream dinner party would be: With my wife, son and daughter on a yacht sailing around the Caribbean.

If I didn’t work at PS, I would: Be an archeologist or an anthropologist.  I love learning about ancient civilizations and visiting ruins.  It’s my dream to visit Machu Picchu and the Nazca Lines in Peru, and also the pyramids in Egypt.

Want to know more? Come see Joel at PS.Cafe Petit in Tiong Bahru one weekday afternoon!