Raffles Hotel Le Royal, the landmark luxury hotel in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, has appointed David Eldridge as its new Executive Chef. This move aims to strengthen the property’s fine-dining offerings.
The South African chef brings over 20 years of experience from eight countries, including the Maldives, Thailand, Vietnam, Tanzania, the UAE, Qatar, and Seychelles.
Eldridge joins from Anantara Chiang Mai Resort, where he was Director of Food, Beverage & Culinary. His career highlights include senior positions at Four Seasons, Kempinski Hotels, and The Luxury Collection (Marriott). This international background positions him to enhance the hotel’s culinary scene.
The hotel’s key dining venues are Restaurant Le Royal, known for Khmer fine dining, and Le Phnom 1929, a French-style brasserie.
General Manager Dagmar Lyons welcomed Eldridge, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Chef David and his wealth of culinary expertise to Raffles Hotel Le Royal. His vision and talents will help us continue to deliver the finest dining experiences in Cambodia and the region to both hotel guests and the local community.”
Opened in 1929, Raffles Hotel Le Royal underwent a restoration in 2019. It now offers 175 rooms and suites that mix modern comforts with French colonial style, Khmer artistry, and Art Deco elements.
