For just three days, savour exceptional cuisine crafted by world-renowned chefs Ken Hom and Ariane Daguin, who will create refined menus from the finest local ingredients amid lush tropical surroundings at Pimalai Resort & Spa from 12–14 March 2026.
A two-Michelin-Key luxury retreat, Pimalai proudly presents The Gastronomic Legacy — a three-day culinary journey led by Ken Hom, the celebrated Chinese–American chef, author and television presenter widely regarded as one of the most influential authorities on Chinese cuisine; Ariane Daguin, the French–American culinary entrepreneur and author who carries seven generations of gastronomic heritage and has championed the farm-to-table movement in the United States; and Sandeep Kumar, Executive Chef of Pimalai, who draws on extensive experience at leading luxury resorts across Asia to redefine contemporary fine dining.
Together, the trio will celebrate the art of farm-to-table gastronomy, transforming rare premium ingredients through masterful technique into exquisite dishes available for a strictly limited three-day engagement. Guests will further elevate the experience with Pimalai’s award-winning wine collection, featuring more than 200 labels, carefully curated to complement each course.
12 March 2026 | 19:00 – 23:00 | Grand Legacy Gala – Seven Seas Restaurant
Limited to 30 guests
An exclusive fine dining gala showcasing a meticulously crafted menu paired with distinguished Grand Cru wines, set against an atmosphere of refined elegance designed to create lasting memories.
13 March 2026 | 11:00 – 12:30 | The Master’s Class – Spice & Rice Restaurant
Limited to 10 guests
An intimate, hands-on workshop where the three chefs share the secrets behind French, Asian and European culinary techniques, demonstrating how to apply them to the finest luxury ingredients and offering rare insight into their craft.
14 March 2026 | 12:00 – 15:00 | French & Asian Lunch – Rak Talay Restaurant
Limited to 30 guests
A relaxed beachfront tasting lunch celebrating the harmonious interplay of French and Asian flavours, with each dish reflecting the elegance and character of two rich culinary traditions brought beautifully together.
