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Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort in Aruba welcomes the arrival of Nicolas Nemalceff as our new Director of Food & Beverage. With a remarkable global journey and a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences, Nemalceff brings a fresh flair to the beloved Caribbean epicurean destination.
Meet Nicolas Nemalceff
Nicolas Nemalceff is a culinary virtuoso whose career spans five continents and eight countries, including Ecuador, Australia, Italy, Indonesia, the United States, Germany, Costa Rica, and Bolivia. His path to Bucuti & Tara includes working with renowned hotel brands such as Ritz-Carlton, Marriott, Raffles and Accor, where he mastered the art of hospitality and dining.
Nemalceff’s culinary journey has seen him collaborate with Two- and Three-Star Michelin chefs across Asia and Europe, including Julien Royer of Odette in Singapore, Thitid Tassanakajohn of Le Du in Bangkok, and Kirk Westaway of JAAN by Kirk in Singapore. He has also worked with celebrity pastry chefs like Adriano Zumbo and Will Goldfarb, contributing to Top 10 Restaurants in Europe and Top 50 Restaurants in Asia.
Elevating your dining experience
As a passionate hotelier, Nemalceff is dedicated to enhancing all aspects of Bucuti & Tara’s award-winning dining experiences. His expertise extends to serving as a private mixologist for luxury brands such as Hennessy, Dior, and Louis Vuitton in Asia, and he has been a Hennessy Masterclass speaker and a finalist in Accor’s regional mixology competition.
Elements just extended its multiyear honor of the coveted, internationally acclaimed Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2024. Elements and SandBar guests can also anticipate Nicolas’s attention to detail in continuing to evolve our wine selections focusing on quality and diverse selections that complement their meals for a perfectly paired experience.
A multicultural pursuit of excellence
Nemalceff's academic achievements include a Bachelor in Business Administration with a concentration in Hospitality Management from Hawaii Pacific University and a Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET) Level 2 certification with Distinction. He also holds certifications in HACCP, ServSafe, Food Safety Management and First Aid.
Enhancing Bucuti & Tara's epicurean offerings
Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort, recognized as a Top 25 Hotel in the World by Tripadvisor, is excited about the enhancements Nemalceff is already bringing to our dining experiences. With a focus on developing staff talents and creating interactive guest experiences, Nemalceff aims to elevate the resort’s culinary offerings to new heights.
Nemalceff was drawn to Bucuti & Tara by the “resort’s history, worldwide recognition, and accolades.” Further, he respected its cornerstones of romance, wellness and sustainability and recognized how he could call upon his years of experience to enrich the true value of the guest service heralded at the more intimate hotel. While staying true to the three pillars, Nemalceff plans to deliver on an experience that is versatile, experimental and daring all delivered by the energy, passion and warmth of your favorite Bucuti Associates.
A taste of what's to come
As Aruba’s No. 1 Hotel on Tripadvisor, Bucuti & Tara, along with its Elements restaurant, continually evolves to enhance the guest experience. Recently, the resort launched a new Sunday Brunch in the elegant Tara Lounge presented by Elements. Guests and treasured locals alike can delight in the anticipation of a dual menu that changes every week with rotating specialties and vegan delights.
Future culinary enhancements include sustainable cocktails at the SandBar, table-side preparation of new dishes and customized menus for special occasion dining under the stars.
You are invited for an unforgettable dining experience
Reservations are highly recommended for the new Sunday Brunch and other dining experiences at Elements Restaurant. Guests can reserve their tables online or by calling +297 583-1100 ext. 3 daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For more information, visit Bucuti.com and ElementsAruba.com.
Experience the culinary artistry of Nicolas Nemalceff at Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort, where each meal is a celebration of flavor and innovation. Join us and discover why our dining experiences are among the best in the Caribbean.