Lotus Pond boasts a green panorama; secluded and enveloped by the lush foliage of Ban Kaew Villas. One would never guess that this charming gazebo is mere steps away from the lively Bo Phut main road while indulged in the lullabies of the wind, the symphony of verdancy, and the scent of homecooked Thai food wafting through the air.
Dining at the Lotus Pond feels just like a cozy meal at home. Expect carefully crafted dishes with handpicked ingredients and a rich tapestry of flavors that adheres to locality and seasonality. Find the freshest catch of the day and handpicked vegetables and fruits from the local communities. Experience Samui through each bite from dishes as nutritious as it is delicious. When life gives you lemongrass, we make Tom Yum-mmm.
First established in the year 2006, Chef Alexandre Vialatte curated the best homemade dishes with care and an added touch of international flair.
Chef Alex fell in love with the art and science of food at a young age and was introduced to the world of professional cooking in Lyon, France. He traveled to Thailand in 2002 and learnt the ropes of Thai cuisine at The Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok. Combining his love and knowledge together, he took the role of Executive Chef of the Buriraya Resort & Spa, one of Koh Samui’s first five-star hotel where he oversaw a team of 40 and responsible for the daily operations to ensure the success and viability of the resort.
Chef Alex enriched his cuisine endeavors and returned to his family’s Ban Kaew Villas, a collection of hundred-year-old Thai villas, where he pre-opened the Lotus Pond. The Lotus Pond was renowned by many Chefs and locals to be the first of its kind, and one of the best restaurants on the island. Chef Alex later became the Executive Chef of SALA Samui and now currently owns the Bistrot Firmin le Barbier in the heart of Paris, France.
The Lotus Pond continues to blossom, stemming from Chef Alex’s laid foundation and philosophy. Now a delightful pavilion, the Lotus Pond proposes delicious Thai contemporary dishes to help ease all visitors into authentic Thai hospitality; where happy hearts and full stomachs is the love language of the Thais.
