Masterchef winner Nat Thaipun has partnered with Pullman Hotels & Resorts as its next Food & Beverage Ambassador.
Pullman Hotels & Resorts has announced a new culinary partnership with Nat Thaipun, celebrated chef and winner of MasterChef Australia 2024. As Food & Beverage Ambassador for Pullman in Australia, New Zealand and across Asia, Chef Thaipun will bring her creative flair and cultural influences to an exciting series of dining experiences throughout the region.
From early 2026, guests will be invited to experience exclusive pop-ups, restaurant takeovers, and a curated selection of Nat’s signature creations at Pullman addresses in the Pacific and Asia. Among the highlights will be her reimagined Satay Skewers, featuring a macadamia satay and ash made from leek, onion or garlic skin, accompanied by pickles. Reflecting her commitment to local sourcing and diverse palates, the dish is offered with variations ranging from kangaroo and pork to vegetarian options such as courgette.
“For me, cooking has always been inspired by my curiosity. Every ingredient and every dish can tell a new story. It’s about evoking feelings,” said Thaipun
“Partnering with Pullman gives me the perfect canvas to create something exciting in a space that reflects authentic hospitality. There’s nothing I love more than immersing myself in the food and hospitality of a region, and I can’t wait to share that joy with guests.”
An Australian-born Thai Woman, Chef Nat Thaipun grew up on the outskirts of Melbourne, inspired by the vibrant street food of Thailand and the culinary traditions passed down by her mother and late grandmother. She has trained in acclaimed kitchens such as St. John and Core in London, staged pop-ups at Baba’s Place in Sydney and EVETT in Seoul, and is currently part of the award-winning Vue de monde team in Melbourne. She also hosts For Now, a YouTube food travel series, and her first cookbook, Thai, Anywhere and Everywhere (Hardie Grant) will be released internationally in October.
Through this partnership, creativity will take centre stage across Pullman hotels, with events designed to highlight local ingredients, reinterpret regional dishes, and celebrate the playful and modern spirit of dining that is at the heart of the brand.
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