The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort Appoints Christian Pedersen as Executive Chef
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is thrilled to announce the appointment of Christian Pedersen to Executive Chef. Drawing upon more than a decade of culinary and hospitality experience, Pedersen will oversee all culinary development, operations, and programming at the luxury resort.
Most recently, Christian Pedersen was the Executive Chef at several notable properties including Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah, Conrad Rangali Maldives, Six Senses Zil Pasyon, and Constance Lemuria. Trained at Copenhagen Culinary University, he is inspired by cultures and has traveled a large part of the world as a chef, soaking up flavors and techniques, which he brings to life in his menus.
"We are excited to welcome Christian Pedersen to the finest address in the Maldives as our new Executive Chef," shared Vincent Pauchon, General Manager at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort. "We're confident he will strengthen our delightful range of dining options and evolve our culinary offerings with new experiences that are sure to impress guests from all over the world."
With Christian Pedersen as Executive Chef, resort guests can look forward to sustainable menu options incorporating local ingredients as a way to support the natural beauty of the private island and surrounding marine ecosystem. Christian Pedersen will also take a zero-waste approach in an effort to minimize waste at the resort. Guests can look forward to unique and flavorful dishes such as Upside-Down Potato & Mushroom Tart, Red Snapper with Kulhafilha, Curry, and Rihaakuru, and a Breakfast Powder Bar, utilizing Vegetable Peels.
"It's a pleasure to be joining The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort and to create new and innovative culinary experiences with a sustainable focus," shared Christian Pedersen. "I look forward to welcoming new and returning guests to enjoy our divine hospitality and to ensure unforgettable dining memories while on Vommuli Island."
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