Bringing the vibrant flavours of Sardinia to the World Gourmet Festival 2026, Chef Alessandro Frau showcases his contemporary interpretation of Italian fine dining.
Chef Alessandro Frau is the celebrated chef-owner of Acqua Restaurant in Phuket and Bangkok. Originally from Sardinia, Italy, he has become one of Thailand’s leading culinary figures, blending authentic Sardinian traditions with innovative fine-dining techniques. At Acqua, Chef Alessandro delivers refined modern European cuisine through immersive dining experiences, combining exceptional gastronomy with vibrant energy and contemporary sophistication.
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| Chef at | Acqua |
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| Location |
Thailand |
| EVENT | Horizons & Heritage: A Celebration of World Flavours |
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| VENUE | Grand Ballroom |
| DATE | Tuesday 29 September 2026 |
| TIME | 6.00 pm - 10.00 pm |
| PRICE | THB 5,500 net per person |
Every chef carries within them a fragment of the world — a memory of soil, sea and hearth, carried across borders and reborn on the plate.
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Together, these eight chefs create a dialogue between horizons and heritage, bringing together diverse stories, cultures, and flavours in celebration of the universal language that connects them all: passion.