How is the local culture of Mauritius present in the resort?

We often have a buffet that showcases the foods of Mauritius, including our locally grown ingredients, local dishes such as dholl puri (yellow split pea wrap), roti breads, rougaille (prawns with Creole sauce), vindaye (fish with mustard seeds) and spicy curry. We also offer our guests the local Chamarel Rhum, which is made from sugar cane. And our Sega show is very well known worldwide.

What’s something you’re most proud of at the resort?

Each time we trim the coconuts, our guests come to see our climbers scale the trees. While they’re watching, we offer them fresh coconuts to drink so they can taste the different varieties.

How are your passions reflected in your work?

I take pride in every detail of our Mauritius resort, from edging and mowing the lawn, to ensuring our beautiful beach is kept clean and tidy.

What was it like to be photographed by Paul Choy?

Paul Choy is the best photographer I have ever encountered – he is a professional and he knows his work very well. He’s a very positive and energetic human being. During the photo shoot, he made me laugh with my plants in the garden. Talking to plants is routine for me, but laughing with plants is something I learned from Paul Choy.

What’s one thing you want people to know about One&Only Le Saint Géran?

What is most interesting is the history behind the shipwreck of the boat Saint Géran, and the love story of Paul and Virginie, which had happened in our lagoon not far from our hotel. The origins of our resort’s name is a story that must be shared with our guests.

A PASSION FOR PLANTS