Amwaj Rotana appoints new executive pastry chef

Amwaj Rotana has appointed Siddhesh Sukhathankar as the Dubai hotel’s new executive pastry chef.

He began his career as a trainee at the Oberoi in Mumbai, developing an interest in pastry during his time there. He has previously worked with renowned chefs such as Marike van Beurden of Caprice, Four Seasons Hong Kong, Vikas Bagul of The Oberoi and Trident in Mumbai, and Claire Clarke from French Laundry. He also considers Heston Blumenthal as an inspiration.

Joining the team ahead of the festive season, Sukhathankar, who has been with Rotana since 2010, will add a modern touch to festive favourites.