Meet Our JW Marriott International Guest Chefs
Wallace Mua
and Kingi, as well as serving as private chef to the All Blacks during the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Mua's cuisine balances New Zealand's seasonal produce with global influences, creating approachable yet elevated dishes that celebrate flavour, balance and innovation.
Mehmet Faruk Yardimci
Mehmet Faruk Yardimci
world-renowned brands including The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis and The Edition, across Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Recognised for his award-winning brunch concept in Abu Dhabi, Yardımcı also serves on the Culinary Advisory Board for Luxury Brands in Europe, Middle East and Africa, shaping innovative dining experiences
across Marriott Hotels.
James Paul Lorenzo
passion for creativity and innovation discovered early in his journey. Lorenzo's approach to fusion cuisine celebrates seasonal local ingredients while blending global culinary traditions, resulting in distinctive dishes
that balance tradition and modernity. At Kumihimo, he leads the next chapter of the dining experience with a menu that is adventurous, refined, and unforgettable.
Paul Smart
Selva Gopalakrishnan
Selva Gopalakrishnan
Selva Gopalakrishnan is a highly experienced and passionate chef with expertise in authentic Indian cuisine. With over 25 years in hospitality, he has cooked various regional Indian dishes and has a talent for blending traditional flavours with modern techniques. Selva has worked at luxury hotels and resorts, opened Indian restaurants in the US, and gained experience in Western cuisine in the Caribbean. Currently specialising in personalised menus for cultural weddings, he has received awards and recognition throughout his career, including Chef of the Year.
Culinary Stars Showcase - Fourth Edition
Led by Executive Chef Paul Smart, the fully immersive gastronomic journey with our Culinary Masters showcased a series of experiential degustation dinners inspired by the fundamentals; Root, Leaf, Flower & Fruit from Monday, 10 November 2025 to Thursday, 13 November 2025.
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa's award-winning culinary team, together with distinguished guest chefs from JW Marriott's best restaurants across Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Asia, come together to recreate their signature dishes, showcasing renowned regional produce through their unique techniques and expertise. In support of the Gold Coast Community Fund, join us on a celebration of culinary art.
Join Citrique, as we celebrate a true representation of culinary art!