Pullman Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce 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.

With a portfolio of 52 hotels across Australia, New Zealand and Asia, including Pullman Melbourne on the Park; Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport; Pullman Bangkok King Power; Pullman Phuket Arcadia Naithon Beach; Pullman Singapore Hill Street; and Pullman Singapore Orchard, the collaboration underscores Pullman's commitment to elevating its food and beverage offering.

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.

Members of ALL Accor, the Group's lifestyle loyalty programme, will enjoy privileged access to behind-the-scenes encounters with the chef, from intimate chef's table dinners to immersive cooking workshops.

“Nat Thaipun brings an inspiring mix of creativity, authenticity, and modern flair that perfectly complements Pullman's bold approach to food and beverage,” said Adrian Williams, Chief Operating Officer for Accor in the Pacific. “Her ability to draw from her Thai heritage and international experiences to create dishes that surprise and connect aligns seamlessly with Pullman's ethos. We are thrilled to introduce her talent to our guests across the Pacific and Asia.”

An Australian-born Thai Woman Chef Nat Thaipun grew up on the outskirts of Naarm/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.

“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. 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,” said Thaipun.

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.

For more information about Pullman Hotels & Resorts and Nat Thaipun's culinary partnership with Pullman, including exclusive pop-ups and restaurant takeovers across the Pacific and Asia, visit https://pullman.accor.com/en/pullman-offers/apac-nat-thaipun.html

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Pullman Hotels & Resorts is where people, cultures and ideas collide. As a platform for social exchanges, Pullman invites global travellers and modern visionaries to meet, collaborate, and engage in transformative spaces. More than 150 addresses around the world act as cultural hubs in the world's most dynamic destinations, from Pullman Paris Montparnasse to Pullman Singapore Orchard and Pullman Maldives Maamutaa. Born over 150 years ago with an open-minded spirit, Pullman continues to evolve as a connector of people and ideas. Pullman is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group counting over 5,700 properties throughout more than 110 countries, and a participating brand in ALL, a booking platform and loyalty program providing access to a wide variety of rewards, services and experiences.

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About Nat Thaipun

Nat Thaipun has an innate understanding of food's universal ability to connect people to their heritage, identity and culture. As a proud Australian-born Thai woman who grew up on Naarm/Melbourne's outskirts, the winner of MasterChef Australia was inspired by the bustling streets of Thailand and the culinary traditions of her mother and late grandmother, as well as the late Anthony Bourdain. Her cooking philosophy is rooted in the belief that food is a powerful connector, capable of bridging cultural divides and telling rich, immersive stories. Nat's dream has been to tell the stories of food and culture through her writing. She loves to explore the world's cuisines and find ways to make it accessible for the home cook, particularly the food of her own Thai Australian heritage. From marginalised communities to urban food enthusiasts, Nat is passionate about making high-quality food accessible to all.