Chef Marco Pierre White is set to return to the Gold Coast’s cultural precinct, HOTA, Home of the Arts, this winter for an exclusive three-day culinary residency.
Following the success of his 2023 visit, the restaurateur and youngest-ever recipient of three Michelin stars will take centre stage once more and organisers are promising it will be bigger, bolder and more immersive than ever.
“I’m thrilled to be returning to HOTA for this exclusive Australian residency,” the UK chef said. “There’s something truly special about the Gold Coast – the energy, the people, the passion for food. Palette is a restaurant that understands the artistry of cuisine and experience. These events are about more than just cooking, they’re about sharing stories, experiences, and creating unforgettable moments together.”
In true culinary celebration, his visit will feature an array of extraordinary events that promise to thrill food lovers, aspiring chefs, and anyone who appreciates the theatre of great cuisine.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome Marco Pierre White back to HOTA for not just one, but three incredible days of culinary experiences,” Experience Gold Coast head of Arts and Culture, Yarmila Alfonzetti, said. “Bringing together some of the Gold Coast’s most exciting chefs alongside one of the world’s most legendary culinary figures is a special moment for our city which speaks to HOTA’s well-earned position in the culinary arts space.”
The hospitality icon will headline a curated series of events that take guests from intimate, once-in-a-lifetime dining to masterclasses under the open sky and an atmospheric after-dark affair on the HOTA Outdoor Stage Lawn.
“Having Marco back in the kitchen with us is an honour,” said HOTA’s executive chef, Dayan Hartill-Law. “His knowledge, his storytelling, and the way he approaches food is truly inspiring. This time around, we’ve taken it even further – from fire-fuelled outdoor events to the most intimate of dinners – and I can’t wait for guests to experience the incredible lineup of flavours, talent and creativity we’ve curated together.”
Three-day line up
The three-day line up opens on the 5 June with an In Conversation event in the theatre where White will join a Q&A hosted by Hartill-Law. The talk will traverse Marco’s long and storied career, touching on his time at Le Gavroche and at Le Manoir.
Live on the outdoor stage will be a unique Masterclass where guests will get a front row deep dive into Marco’s life story, sharing how he led the UK restaurant scene for over 40 years. This unmissable masterclass blends culinary demonstration with candid conversation and tips and tricks of British gastronomy to top it off.
A once-in-a-lifetime exclusive dining experience for only 30 guests will take place atop the Gallery on Level 5 and feature an intimate evening including a 5-course menu of the food that earned Marco the accolade of youngest chef to ever win 3 Michelin stars.
Following the sell-out event of 2023, the Palette x Marco Pierre White dinner returns with a Q&A with White, before guests are treated to a bespoke five-course menu that showcases South East Queensland’s produce.
A limited number of guests can secure seats at the exclusive Private Table overlooking the kitchen within Elevate, Palette’s exclusive art lift offering which features a rare behind-the-scenes view of the culinary master at work.
As a grand finale, an exclusive five-course dinner will bring together some of the region’s most acclaimed chefs – Tim Stewart (The North Room), Koki Anekawa (Anekawa), pastry maestro Melanie Day, HOTA’s own Dayan Hartill-Law, along with Marco Pierre White.
Each chef will contribute a course, showcasing the rich cultural and culinary diversity of South East Queensland, with every dish perfectly paired by HOTA’s multi award-winning beverage team. This unforgettable evening on the Outdoor Stage Lawn will be a collaboration never before seen on the Gold Coast.
Whether you want to dine, learn or be inspired, this three-day culinary celebration is set to be one of the Gold Coast’s hottest tickets on the winter calendar.
