The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi has appointed Matthias Stuber as its new Executive Chef, bringing more than 20 years of international culinary and luxury hospitality experience to the Malaysian island resort. With a career spanning Europe, the Middle East, Central America and Southeast Asia, Stuber will draw on his global experience to develop dining experiences that celebrate Langkawi’s local ingredients, culinary traditions and diverse food culture.

Stuber joins the resort following a three-year stint in Bali, where he most recently served as Executive Chef at SOORI Bali, a property recognised with two Michelin Keys. His previous leadership positions include Executive Chef roles at Alaia Belize, Autograph Collection, Marriott’s first hotel in Belize, Sharq Village & Spa, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Doha, and the former Roomers Munich, Autograph Collection.

Earlier in his career, Stuber worked with the Kempinski brand and gained experience at several three-Michelin-starred restaurants in his native Germany. His international exposure has given him a broad understanding of different culinary traditions, ingredients and dining preferences, which he now plans to bring to The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi.

As a certified nutritionist and published author in the field, Stuber also brings an interest in wellness and mindful dining to his new position. His culinary approach will place greater emphasis on fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, including produce harvested from the resort’s own Nibong Garden.

Vincent Pauchon, General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, welcomed the appointment, highlighting Stuber’s international experience and passion for exploring the island’s culinary identity.

The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi offers guests a distinctive setting to explore Malaysia’s rich culinary heritage. The island’s food culture reflects centuries of migration, trade and cultural exchange, with Malay, Chinese, Indian and Nyonya influences shaping its regional cuisine. The resort features four distinctive dining venues, each offering opportunities to experience different aspects of the region’s food traditions. Under Stuber’s culinary leadership, the resort aims to further develop its dining experiences by bringing together international techniques and local flavours.

His focus will be on creating dishes that respect traditional ingredients while introducing fresh perspectives to the resort’s menus. Local sourcing and sustainability will also remain important considerations, with the Nibong Garden providing access to seasonal produce.

With his appointment, The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi looks to build on its existing dining offering while giving guests more opportunities to discover the island through its ingredients, culinary heritage and evolving food scene.

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