Phuket, Thailand, February 27, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The third edition of “Chefs on Parole” kicks off on Saturday, March 8, bringing four more of Phuket’s best chefs to Mrs B Bar & Table in Cherngtalay. Alongside Chef Alex Oddy, Chef Nattaphon Othanawathakij “Oat” from Heh, Chef Saurabh Sachdeva from Tambu, Chef Suwijak Kunghae “Mond” from Royd, and Chef Luca Mascolo from The Smokaccia Laboratory will be cooking up a storm.

As with the first event in June 2024, this prison-themed "release program" will also free some of Phuket's best chefs from all supervision and restrictions – apart from a predetermined theme around which they base their menu. Each chef will have one evening to represent neither a company nor a brand, but only their own, unadulterated talent.

Chef Alex is no stranger to the event, having previously represented The Jazzy Bakery and Mrs B Bar & Table at the first "Chefs on Parole" event. He boasts over 20 years of international experience in restaurants, cafes, clubs, and premium resorts. The Jazzy Bakery was his successful home bakery, which he ran in Phuket during the COVID-19 lockdowns and which gained him renown for its outstanding sourdough bread and biscuits.

Chef Oat brings the flavors of Melbourne to Phuket at his restaurant Heh, which combines modern Australian cuisine in Phuket Town. For ten years, he honed his skills there, cooking for the city's biggest and most prestigious events, such as the Australian Open, the Australian Grand Prix, and the Melbourne Cup Carnival. After returning to Thailand, he worked in some of Asia's and the world's finest restaurants before opening Heh in 2019. The Heh team competed in the television show "Iron Chef Thailand" in 2021 and "Top Chef Thailand" in 2023, winning both competitions.

Chef Saurabh is Executive Sous Chef at Tambu, the Indian rooftop restaurant at Avista Hideaway Patong Resort & Spa Phuket – MGallery Collection. His career spans 18 years, beginning in his native India, followed by stints in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Thailand, where he worked for over a decade. With experience in luxury hotels, standalone restaurants, and Michelin-starred kitchens, he won the Iron Chef Thailand competition in July 2019.

Chef Mond is the owner and head chef of Royd Restaurant in Phuket's Old Town and was previously head chef at the Foto Hotel. Born and raised in Phuket, southern Thai cuisine is practically in his blood, especially since his family has run the Kaab Gluay Restaurant in Patong for over 20 years. His outstanding interpretations of traditional local cuisine earned him an episode of Iron Chef Thailand in 2020.

Growing up amidst the fields of Apulia, Italy, chef Luca Mascolo developed a deep connection to fresh ingredients from an early age. By the age of eight, he knew he wanted to be a chef, and his passion drove him to graduate from culinary school with honors, ahead of his classmates. He honed his skills in Michelin-starred restaurants and luxury resorts worldwide, including Aman Resorts in Venice, Montenegro, and Amanpuri Phuket. His innovative approach has earned him prestigious awards, including the Culinary Scientist Award in Bangkok and the Trendsetter Award for vegetarian and vegan cuisine. At his own restaurant, The Smokacha Laboratory, he continues to explore new creative possibilities, blending molecular gastronomy with bold flavors and refined techniques.

Each chef designs their menu around the theme of "family matters" – the dishes from their childhood that they like to eat and that they still remember today after a few too many cocktails after service.

This event will take place on Saturday, March 8th, at Mrs B Bar & Table in Cherngtalay. The menu offers the opportunity to sample the many dishes prepared by the guest chefs.

Reservations are recommended, either by phone at 093-586-9828 or by email at [email protected]

About Mrs B Bar & Table: Mrs B is a restaurant and bar with a relaxed atmosphere, serving excellent food and drinks in a convivial setting. We focus on craftsmanship, experience, and warm service, so you can unwind, chat with other guests, and enjoy life's little pleasures. The restaurant is located on Lagoon Road in Bang Tao, Phuket.

About Heh Heh: This restaurant brings Melbourne to the Andaman Sea. Thanks to its location in Phuket, it can source the finest ingredients from the Andaman Sea while maintaining a connection to Australia through its dishes and imported goods. The best catches from the Andaman Sea and select overseas produce are dry-aged in-house and transformed into creative, ever-changing à la carte dishes – perfectly in line with Melbourne's style, a city of diversity, good taste, and trendy cuisine.

About Tambu: Tambu is a culinary haven that promises extraordinary experiences. Led by visionary Iron Chef winner Saurabh Sachdeva, Tambu embarks on a gastronomic journey inspired by the opulence of the tented palaces of India's Mughal era. More than just a restaurant, it redefines the dining experience and is considered the best restaurant in Phuket. Here, every dish tells a story, every flavor is an ambassador of India's rich culinary heritage, and every moment is an invitation to savor the exceptional.

Royd is deeply committed to exploring the diverse culinary traditions of southern Thailand. The team has thoroughly studied the historical roots, traditions, and techniques that have shaped southern Thai cuisine for centuries. This profound understanding allows them to create a menu that honors the past while reflecting the innovative spirit of the present.

About The Smokaccia Laboratory: Creative, innovative, and exciting, The Smokaccia Laboratory offers an 18-course journey filled with pure flavors and new taste experiences. Founded by award-winning chef Luca Mascolo and his wife Brigitta Houkamp, ​​this renowned gourmet restaurant is among the top dining destinations in Phuket. The fusion of molecular gastronomy with bold culinary techniques and a commitment to sustainability creates an experience where food and science merge in the most fascinating way – all within a warm, elegant, and vintage-inspired setting. Thanks to its recent redesign and renovation, the restaurant has transformed into a true gourmet experience and is now one of Phuket's premier culinary destinations.