Arnaud Violtat has been appointed Executive Chef at The Pavilions Phuket
Boutique luxury resort, The Pavilions Phuket, is enhancing its dining experiences under the direction of Arnaud Violtat as Executive Chef. With a deep passion for culinary excellence, Chef Arnaud draws on his extensive experience in Michelin-starred kitchens to deliver exemplary dining experiences across the resort's Firefly Pool & Restaurant, 360° Bar and signature ALTO Restaurant.
As a Michelin trained chef, with over 35 years of culinary experience, Chef Arnaud presents continuously evolving seasonal menus that reflect his passion for innovation and showcase the finest locally sourced ingredients. From organic Phuket-grown heirloom tomatoes; and sustainably sourced 'Thai wagyu' beef from Nornuea Farm in Thailand's Pathum Thani province—renowned for its premium crossbred Japanese-Thai cattle; to the striking seven-coloured Phuket lobster, freshly caught in the island's waters, Chef Arnaud is shining a light on local produce and culinary creativity.
With experience spanning Europe - including at France's three Michelin star Le Coq Hardy, near Paris, and one Michelin star Hotel Barrière Le Majestic, Cannes - the United States and Australia, Chef Arnaud brings his refined, cosmopolitan culinary expertise to Thailand, delivering an elevated dining experience that infuses global influences with South Asian inspiration.
The Pavilions Phuket's signature ALTO Italian Restaurant invites guests to savour an exceptional dining experience paired with breathtaking views across the island's lush landscape to the Andaman Sea beyond. Embodying the esteemed reputation of its award-winning sister establishment and namesake at The First Musica, Rome by The Pavilions, ALTO is part of a distinguished restaurant group that includes the acclaimed two Michelin-starred Acquolina, Acquaroof Terrazza Molinari at The First Arte, Rome by The Pavilions and Velo at The First Dolce, Rome by The Pavilions.
The resort's Firefly Pool & Restaurant offers an all-day-dining venue with an open kitchen concept showcasing contemporary wood fired grill specialties with a Mediterranean touch; and 360° Bar invites guests to savour signature mixology and eclectic tapas while absorbing themselves in panoramic views. For guests wishing to delve deeper into the local culinary scene, the Cooking Class with Market Tour offers an immersive, hands-on journey into the heart of Thai cuisine. Starting with a guided visit to a local market to handpick fresh ingredients, to be used in the traditional cooking class led by Chef Arnaud, the experience culminates in a delightful tasting menu, as each guest enjoys the dishes crafted during this engaging culinary adventure
