Oliver Mayerhoffer Hospitality Professional • Family Storyteller
Hospitality veteran with 15+ years across 50+ countries brings precision and passion to every recipe. From Omani souks to Thai markets, the global journey inspires family-tested dishes at Mangoes & Palm Trees.
Why This Hospitality Expert Shines
Travel writer and chef sharing 15+ years of global culinary wisdom—family-tested recipes from 50+ countries.
Born January 16, 1990, in Cheltenham, UK, Oliver Mayerhoffer grew up believing the world is vast, beautiful, and meant to be explored. Trained in Austria’s Alps and Oman’s luxury resorts, his skills were honed and recognized by Hoteliers Middle East. Today, as co-founder of Mangoes & Palm Trees, he crafts 250+ kid-approved recipes inspired by real adventures. Explore Recipes or Travel Guides. (EHL Hospitality Insights)
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A Journey That Started with Wanderlust
Born January 16, 1990, in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, to a British mother and Austrian father, he was raised with a deep belief: the world is vast, beautiful, and meant to be explored. By age 10, 15 countries had been visited, each sparking a love for new flavors, languages, and cultures. (Lonely Planet)
The family’s passion for travel set the stage for a life of discovery, from bustling markets to quiet kitchens, each moment a lesson in food and connection. (BBC Travel)
Culinary Journey in Numbers
The Foundation: Learning Through Adventure
School was never the strong suit—he was polite but restless, believing his own path could be charted. At 15, the father sent him to Austria’s Alps for hospitality training via Austria Tourism. What started as reluctance turned into passion in those mountain kitchens, where discipline was blended with creativity. (Culinary Institute of America)
Surrounded by family hospitality pros, knife skills and pastry were mastered, setting the stage for a lifelong pursuit of global flavors. (Escoffier)
India: Where Everything Changed
At 16, India was roamed from Himachal Pradesh’s heights to Mumbai’s vibrant streets via Incredible India. Every market was a masterclass in spices—saffron, cardamom, chili—igniting culinary curiosity. (Spices Board India)
“The greatest adventures often begin with the words ‘I have no idea what I’m doing’—and that’s exactly where I found myself stepping off a plane in Mumbai with my best friend and a heart full of curiosity.”
— Oliver
Oman: Mastering the Craft
From 17 to 20, luxury hospitality was honed in Oman via Oman Tourism, balancing Middle Eastern spices and mastering Arabic coffee traditions. Recognized as “Best Expat Chef” by Hoteliers Middle East, hospitality was learned to be about caring—connecting people through food. (Hospitality Net)
Thailand: Where Love and Purpose Converged
In Thailand via Tourism Authority of Thailand, Natalia was met. They married in Russia and welcomed Victor in Thailand, blending cultures into a family adventure fueled by food. (Eating Thai Food)
Together, 250+ recipes have been crafted, each tested with Victor to ensure they’re kid-friendly and full of global flavor. (Academy of Nutrition)
Life’s Greatest Lessons
Losing brother Daniel and mother reshaped perspective on life’s preciousness. Web development and SEO were self-taught to build Mangoes & Palm Trees, honoring their memory through storytelling. (LinkedIn)
Mangoes and Palm Trees: Our Family’s Gift
What began as a family journal grew into a mission: to bring global flavors to your table. Every recipe is tested with Victor (8, turning 9 in November), ensuring they’re kitchen-ready for families. (Parents.com)
From Thai curries to Omani spice blends, dishes carry the stories of 50+ countries, adapted for real home cooks. (UNESCO Gastronomy)
Our Family Food Philosophy
Food is the universal language of love. Authentic methods are adapted for family life, testing every dish with Victor to ensure it’s delicious, fun, and approachable. (Harvard Nutrition)
“The greatest adventures are born from life’s most challenging moments—it’s in those times of struggle that we discover our true purpose.”
— Oliver
Our Current Chapter
Now based in Vietnam via Vietnam Travel, regional cuisines are explored, from Yunnanese spices to French colonial dishes, crafting guides to make global cooking accessible. (Serious Eats)
Plans include East Africa and South America next, bringing new flavors to your table through continued culinary adventures. (Travel + Leisure)
Frequently Asked Questions About Oliver Mayerhoffer
A hospitality expert and travel writer with 15+ years experience in 50+ countries, co-founder of Mangoes & Palm Trees. (LinkedIn)
Trained in Austrian Alps and Oman luxury resorts, blending global techniques in family-tested recipes. (CIA)
50+ countries explored, inspiring authentic recipes on Mangoes & Palm Trees. (Rough Guides)
Co-founder, hospitality expert, and primary recipe developer for Mangoes & Palm Trees. (James Beard)
Currently based in Vietnam, exploring regional cuisines and planning East Africa and South America next. (Vietnam Travel)
Your Guide to Global Flavors
From Omani souks to Vietnamese kitchens, 15+ years of hospitality expertise goes into every recipe. Join the journey at Mangoes & Palm Trees—authentic, family-tested, and full of story. (Bon Appétit)