Each month, the Hotel West End shines a spotlight on one of the faces that bring our establishment to life every day. This month, we meet Chef Pedro Correia Da Silva, who arrived five months ago to take the helm of the kitchens at Le Siècle restaurant.

In a few words, can you introduce yourself?

My name is Pedro Correia Da Silva, I am 38 years old, and I arrived at the Hotel West End five months ago. I grew up in Lugano, in the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. Coming from a family of restaurateurs, I took my first steps in my parents' pizzeria, which instilled in me from a very young age a passion for cooking and sharing around the table.

Outside of the kitchen, I enjoy gardening.

I'm lucky enough to have a small garden at home in Saint-Laurent-du-Var, where I tend to my lemon tree and other plants in my free time.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

What I love most about my job is discovering new products and the constant renewal! I enjoy exploring the specialties of different regions.

My experiences as a seasonal worker allowed me to learn a great many unique recipes. In Corsica, for example, I discovered Corsican veal raised by the sea, which we used to prepare an exceptional tartare. This profession is a constant quest for learning and curiosity.

What advice would you give to a new colleague joining your team?

I would advise them first and foremost to be diligent, passionate, and fully committed to what they do. And for someone starting out, the most important advice is to remain attentive in order to develop their learning day by day.

In the hotel, what is your favorite place?

Unsurprisingly, the kitchen! It's my favorite place, the beating heart from which all the delicious dishes and grilled meats served to our guests originate.

In your five months at the hotel, what is your best memory?

My best memory remains the launch of my first menu when I arrived last summer, as it hadn't changed in a while. It was a wonderful moment of sharing: the whole team worked together diligently to plate the dishes.

What advice would you give to guests staying at the hotel to make the most of their stay?

My advice is to have lunch at Le Siècle restaurant to enjoy the terrace and the breathtaking view of the Promenade des Anglais. It's a beautiful restaurant where you can enjoy a delicious aperitif, sample our head bartender's cocktails, and savor our dishes, especially our daily special!