CHEF ARNAUD VIOLTAT ELEVATES CULINARY EXCELLENCE AT THE PAVILIONS PHUKET, THAILAND
- Nat Frogley
- Aug 11
- 4 min read
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.
At ALTO Restaurant, each dish is carefully crafted to honour authentic flavours while embracing elegant and artful presentation. Guests are invited to discover a selection of signature dishes, which currently includes Smoked Salmon "À Cru" Potato, featuring delicately smoked salmon atop tender fingerling potatoes, crowned with a luxurious truffle vinaigrette and Prunier caviar; Seared Tuna alla Sicilana, a vibrant dish of tuna with tomato, black and green olives, capers, garlic and frisée salad; and Capesante Ala Veneziana, a grilled scallop paired with braised leek, topped with champagne caviar sauce and crispy pancetta.
Reflecting on this opportunity, Chef Arnaud commented, "It is an honour to orchestrate the culinary journey at The Pavilions Phuket, and especially to have the opportunity to foster deeper connections with our guests through authentic, meticulously crafted dining experiences that blend international flavours with creativity and soul. I am excited to share my passion for refined, world-class cuisine in this breathtaking destination."
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
Embark on culinary journey with Phuket Sleep. Eat. Repeat this summer
Fusing luxury with flavour, and inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner, guests can savour an array of Chef Arnaud’s culinary creations with the resort’s Phuket Sleep. Eat. Repeat experience. Price starts from THB 6,200++ (approx. GBP141++) per night, based on two sharing*. For further information and reservations visit www.pavilionshotels.com/phuket or email info.phuket@pavilionshotels.com.
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About The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts
Step into one of The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts' properties and experience luxury and immersive locales like no other. Every hotel is a sophisticated, private haven in which to relax, play or find adventure. Following an ethos that it's not just where guests want to go, but how they want to feel, The Pavilions is known for offering its signature Curated Journeys travel service to its guests. These innovative travel itineraries – curated by local insiders, unique to each property and designed to encompass an emotive experience, from romance to adventure to feeling good – put the bespoke into a luxury holiday. Whether the foodie-themed "Like a Chef" journey in Rome, a romantic "Just the Two of Us" adventure in Thailand, or the "Like a Boss" Madrid itinerary that turns business travel on its head, each Curated Journey connects guests with a range of experts in each of its destinations whose passion and talents open the door to unique experiences.
Headquartered in Hong Kong, The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts is one of the fastest-growing boutique hotel groups in the region. With their boutique size and thoughtful design philosophy, The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts offer secluded spaces with attentive service, even in the busiest of cities. The hotels are distinctly individual and unique, yet all are underpinned by the core values of building meaningful connections in unrivalled locations, a mindful respect for privacy and service beyond expectations.
The group owns, manages and offers franchise of its brand across the globe.
The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts' portfolio currently comprises:
Asia
The Pavilions Anambas
Europe
The First Cortina, by The Pavilions
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