Chef Ralf Vogt to elevate culinary experience at Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya

Grand Hotel Chef Ralf Vogt

The Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya is set to welcome a culinary maestro to its team, as Chef Ralf Vogt, a distinguished Director of Kitchens and Senior Executive Chef, prepares to join them as a Culinary Consultant in December.

Chef Ralf, a qualified Master Chef from Germany, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Grand Hotel. With an impressive background in the international five-star hotel trade, he has previously served renowned groups such as Crown Ltd., Hilton International, and Intercontinental Hotels. His culinary journey spans across various cities and resorts in Germany, Japan, India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, South Korea, and Australia.

Chef Ralf is already a well-known name in the Sri Lankan gastronomy scene having worked for several years at Mount Lavinia Hotel Group, the Hilton Colombo and Hilton Colombo Residences. He is also a judge for the Chef’s Guild and on the committee of the Bocuse d’Or and Chaine des Rotisseurs, Sri Lankan chapter.

Notably, Chef Ralf is recognised for his creative and innovative culinary skills, coupled with an in-depth knowledge of Asian and European cuisines. His desire is to capture the rich colonial history of the Grand Hotel and combine this with a modern culinary flavour in an exciting, unique and delicious food experience.

The Grand Hotel, Nuwara Eliya said it is eagerly looking forward to the positive impact Chef Ralf is sure to make, enriching the gastronomic journey for visitors and residents alike.