APPOINTMENT
Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor has announced the appointment of Memo Hernandez as its new Executive Chef.
Chef Memo, who was born in Costa Rica, brings more than two decades of global experience in culinary and luxury hospitality including Bahamas, Kosovo, Vietnam, Tanzania, Maldives, Fiji, and Dubai.
Chef Memo brings extensive expertise in culinary operations, curating menus, and Nikkei cuisine along with other third culture cuisines.
In his new role at Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, Chef Memo will lead the culinary teams across- Cafe d’Angkor, the hotel’s signature all-day brasserie serving Asian and international dishes, 1932- the hotel’s Khmer fine-dining restaurant, The Conservatory, and the hotel’s banquet services.
“I am thrilled to be joining Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, one of Asia’s most iconic luxury hotels, whose extraordinary range of culinary offerings includes the truly exclusive Bespoke Temple Dinner. I am both honoured and inspired to present my culinary creations in the sacred temples of Angkor Wat,” Chef Memo said.
“I’m also very excited to partner with local suppliers as we tap into the incredible fresh produce and resources of Cambodia,” he added.
“My cuisine isn’t a ‘fusion’ of recipes. It’s a culinary autobiography. It’s the authentic food of a global citizen who has lived across borders and refused to leave any of those flavours behind,
Joseph Colina, General Manager, Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, said, “We are delighted to welcome Chef Memo to Raffles, where he will play a critical role in continuing to elevate our culinary offerings and delivering unforgettable, authentic experiences that honour our rich heritage while embracing innovative global influences for our discerning guests.”
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