Kep, Cambodia’s tranquil seaside enclave, is experiencing a cultural renaissance with the launch of "Art for Kep," an innovative artist residency spearheaded by Jef Moons, founder of Knai Bang Chatt. Blending hospitality, artistic vision, and sustainable development, this residency transforms Kep into a vibrant canvas for local and international creatives.

In early June, on the initiative of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, in collaboration with Thalias and Kep West, around twenty gourmets and wine lovers were able to discover the charm of a train journey to Kep in a stylishly decorated dining car, while enjoying sumptuous dishes and the best wines offered by the Topaz restaurant.

Kep's gentle sea breeze brought more than the scent of salt and frangipani this May: it brought with it the vibrant spirit of the Cambodia International Film Festival (CIFF), which expanded its creative vision with the exciting CIFF 360 initiative, an event that welcomed several hundred enthusiasts over the three days.

« Don't Think I've Forgotten : Cambodia's Lost Rock and Roll » est un film documentaire de 2014 réalisé par John Pirozzi qui sera présenté vendredi 23 mai pour l'ouverture du CIFF 360 à Kep West.

The Cambodia International Film Festival (CIFF), in partnership with “Arts For Kep”, is proud to present “CIFF 360” in Kep, a new initiative aimed at bringing the magic of cinema to Cambodia's provinces.

On May 29th at 3:00 PM (GMT+7), Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West invites travelers, industry professionals, and sustainability advocates to join a free live webinar titled “The Great Shift of Travel”, focusing on the transformative concept of regenerative tourism-a new travel paradigm that goes beyond traditional and sustainability to actively restore and revitalize destinations, ecosystems, and communities.

Jef Moons is a man with a vision: sustainable coastal tourism that also preserves the culture and environment of a region where he has lived for over twenty years. Humble and discreet, and looking 15 years younger than his age, he opens up to us.

Chef Chuon Sokheng is the chef of Kep West, which has endeavoured, since the opening of the hotel and restaurant complex, to become a unique