Sotho Yem, Navutu Dreams Resort, Siem Reap

Chef Sotho Yem has worked in the culinary field for over 15 years. A native of Siem Reap, Cambodia, he found his calling to cuisine at a young age. He began his career in the hospitality industry as a kitchen steward back in 2002. Truly determined to become a professional chef, he then joined a 5 star luxury hotel in 2004 where he had the opportunity to learn different cooking techniques and hone his culinary skills through working with other […]

Tim Pheak, Jaya House River Park, Siem Reap

A very hands on person with a down to earth personality, Executive Chef Tim Pheak showcases his passion in the kitchen with his love for cooking as a strong foundation. He believes in leading by example with a “can do” attitude, always striving to be the best he can as a chef to achieve his goals through hard work and that good team work is of utmost importance. Full of pride in his Cambodian heritage, he is always looking for ways to promote Cambodian cuisine to the […]

Reza Kurniawan, Shinta Mani Hotels Group, Siem Reap

A charming and personable young Indonesian National who loves to travel, Chef Reza Kurniawan, Executive Chef for the upscale boutique Shinta Mani Hotels Group has 13 years of international experience, in Asia, the United States and the Middle East.  He started his culinary career in the pastry section at the Ambhara Hotel in Jakarta in 2001.  His international career began in 2003 when he moved to Dubai with the pre-opening team at Four Seasons Hotel & Resort Doha and at the Grand […]