Exceptional chefs from Green Pearls® hotels worldwide

A standout achievement of our project is the inspiring tale of Chef Mariya Un Noun. Chef Mariya Un Noun’s rise from Phnom Penh’s slums to executive chef at Smiling Gecko embodies the essence of inspiration. With minimal formal education, her extraordinary talent and perseverance took her to Switzerland, transforming Cambodian cuisine with a European twist. Championed by culinary luminary Andreas Caminada, Mariya’s journey is a shining example of culinary arts as a vehicle for change.