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Michelin Evening with Chef Charles Couloumbeau at Yon

Yon | Ocean House in Ao Yon Bay, Phuket is pleased to announce “Michelin Evening with Chef Charles Coulombeau”, an exclusive 2-night culinary event on 4-5 July 2025. Globally-renowned for pairing haute French techniques with an artistic Japanese vibe and pan Asian flavours, Chef Charles is Head Chef of 1-Michelin Star La Maison dans le Parc and 1-Michelin Star Yozora, both in the Lorraine region of northeastern France.
Michelin Evening with Chef Charles Coulombeau will be held at Yon | Ocean House, V Villas Phuket – MGallery Collection’s architecturally-distinguished hilltop restaurant with panoramic views across Ao Yon Bay and the Andaman Sea. The exclusive pop-up event is offered at THB 4,990++ per person, with optional wine pairing at an additional charge.
About Chef Charles:
Originally from the Lorraine region of northeastern France, Chef Charles is renowned for his creative Franco-Asian pairings, his use of sustainable local ingredients, and his commitment to blending art and food.
In addition to overseeing 1-Michelin Star La Maison Dans Parc, Chef Charles is the founder and head chef at 1-Michelin Star Yozora where the menu combines fresh ingredients from the Lorraine region of France with enchanting flavours and aesthetics of Japan. Chef Charles chose a former museum as the site for Yoroza, because he wished to elevate gastronomy as a form of art.
Chef Charles’ accomplishments include winning the prestigious 2020 Les Taittinger Culinary Award, the “Everest” of culinary prizes. At 28 years old, he became the Sous Chef at La Maison Dans Parc and led the haute French restaurant to its first Michelin Star. Chef Charles’ current restaurant Yorazo was awarded a Michelin star within one year of opening.
Michelin Evening Above Ao Yon Bay
Michelin Evening is a must for those interested in Franco-Japanese flavours and art. The event’s 5-course menu promises to be a masterclass in creativity and balance, whilst showcasing Chef Charles’ command of French and Japanese cuisine.
The evening’s highlight will be a passion fruit dessert course inspired by Japanese conceptual artist Yayoi Kasuma. Chef Charles’ will present passion fruit in wildly whimsical, colorful, and highly textural presentations — creating an immersive sensory experience that is both visually stunning and delicious.
DETAILS
Michelin Evening with Chef Charles Coulombeau
THB 4,990++ | 5 Courses Dinner
THB 1,800++ | Wine Pairing
Style of Cuisine | Michelin French-Japanese, with dessert inspired by artist Yayoi Kusuama
Dates | 4 & 5 July, 2025
Time | 18:00 – 21:30
About Yon | Ocean House
Yon | Ocean House is the landmark restaurant of V Villas Phuket – MGallery Collection, a 5-star luxury private pool villa resort in Phuket, Thailand. Perched 39m above sea level with captivating views of Ao Yon Bay, the architecturally-stunning restaurant serves creative European and Thai coastal cuisine. Yon | Ocean House is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant’s chic Piano Bar offers café service during the day and is the ideal spot for sunset drinks and post-dinner cocktails.
About V Villas Phuket — MGallery Collection
Atop a 39-metre cliff overlooking pristine Ao Yon Bay, V Villas Phuket – MGallery Collection is an ultra-exclusive resort offering 26 private villas, each with an infinity pool, and personalised 24/7 butler service. Taking advantage of the hilltop elevation and extraordinary sunlight and sea air, the resort’s architectural design offers spectacular panoramic views and a seamless flow between inside and outside spaces. Masterful culinary offerings include regional and Mediterranean ocean-inspired cuisine at Yon | Ocean House, plus a lounge and cabana-style rooftop bar at Akoya | Star Lounge, and signature day club experiences. An innovative wellness program takes inspiration from the surrounding nature and the beauty and age-defying attributes of pearls.