Meet the Team
Andi Husandi
With over 24 years hospitality experience, Andi began his career back in his home country, Indonesia where he worked in several high end bars.
Looking to expand his horizon, he moved to Dubai in 2019 and spent 3 years at the iconic Buddha-Bar at the Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel. He then continued his career within leading venues across refined Polynesian and Japanese concepts.
Andi joined Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar in August 2023. He takes great pride in his team and spends his time bring out the best in each individual.
Sebastian Perez
Born in Argentina, Chef Sebastian brings over 19 years of culinary experience.
He worked in several luxury hotels in Dubai before joining Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar at the Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel in 2014 as Head Chef. He then moved to Brasserie 2.0 at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa in 2018 where he played an integral part in conceptualising and elevating the food menu. Brasserie 2.0 eventually won the Time Out Dubai Best Brunch award in 2019.
Chef Sebastian moved back to Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar in 2020.
Sebastian loves to spend quality time with his family on his days off.