Chef Wan, the founder of the popular restaurant De Wan 1958 and Cafe Chef Wan has confirmed that he will retrain 20% equity stake and full creative control after divesting the business to a public listed company.
The confirmation comes as the group embarks on an aggressive expansion phase, backed by Oasis Harvest’s capital strength and operational infrastructure. Speaking at the exclusive preview of the new Iconic Malaysian Evening Buffet at De.In 1958 @ BSC, Chef Wan, at BSC, emphasised that the partnership is designed to scale the business without compromising its core identity.
Chef Wan commented: “I want to be very clear: I am not just a face for this brand; I remain a committed shareholder. This partnership allows us to grow without losing our soul. My 20% stake is my promise to our customers that I am still here, safeguarding the authenticity, quality,
and Malaysian identity that earned us our Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition.
With Oasis Harvest, we now have the resources to take this vision further than I could alone.
Looking ahead, De.Wan and Café Chef Wan will serve as key pillars in Oasis Harvest’s broader lifestyle and hospitality strategy, with plans to expand their footprint in key high-traffic locations
