Phuket, Thailand, 8 August 2018 – BanchaRakchart is the exciting new Pastry Chef at Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa, Nai Yang Beach, who is bringing fresh creativity to the resort’s highly-skilled culinary team.

A Thai national from Nakhon Ratchasima, Chef Bancha has previously worked with a series of leading international hotel brands, including Six Senses, Hilton, Conrad and Swissôtel. Throughout the course of his career, he has focused on producing the finest pastries and desserts by combining the classical skills of European cookery and the artistry of Asian cuisine.

Chef Bancha has a modern, innovative approach to pastry which blends the best elements of east and west. For example, one of his favorite dishes is mango cheesecake – a classic European dessert that harnesses the fresh flavor of ripe Thai mangoes and raspberry sorbet to create the perfect combination of sweet and sour. He loves to use fresh local ingredients, including young coconuts and lemongrass.

Chef Bancha will now bring his extensive expertise and experience to Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa, Nai Yang Beach. Guests can look forward to sampling his sweet and savory treats every day at The Andaman Kitchen and Big Fish Restaurant & Bar.