Tag: Chef

Chef Pam on being named Asia’s Best Female Chef 2024 Written by Gastronomer Lifestyle April 3rd, 2024  Share this post Pichaya “Pam” Soontornyanakij’s meteoric rise as a culinary inspiration for young women recently led the Asia’s 50 Best Academy to name her Asia’s Best Female Chef of 2024. The Chef-Owner of POTONG, ranked No. 17 […]

Gourmet Theatre Debuts in Bangkok Written by Gastronomer Lifestyle 22nd March, 2024 Share this post Gourmet Theatre debuts a groundbreaking culinary experience in Bangkok with Chef’s Table on the Move at The Food School, a progressive culinary institution situated near Samyan Market. This innovative concept brings together acclaimed chefs from Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, […]

‘Chefs Uncut,’ Now on Netflix Written by Gastronomer Lifestyle June 5th, 2024 Share this post CreatorsLab proudly announces the acquisition of its cinematic documentary series, ‘Chefs Uncut,’ by major international platforms. Netflix and SBS Australia have secured distribution rights for the series, set to premiere on Netflix Southeast Asia on Friday, 1 March 2024. ‘Chefs […]

Game Changers Written by Gastronomer Lifestyle Innovation issue, 2024 Share this post As an indispensable guide to the inner workings of Thailand’s food scene, we believe that is it part of our duty to recognise the talented individuals and businesses that are propelling the industry forward. So, welcome to the first F&B Innovators List from […]

Catalonian Chef Collaboration: Ferran Tadeo & Mateu Villaret of MASIA, Tokyo Written by Gastronomer Lifestyle 27th February, 2024 Share this post Experience an exclusive Catalonian chef collaboration between Chef Ferran Tadeo of Embassy Room – Catalan Cuisine and Chef Mateu Villaret of Masia Tokyo. Both chefs, deeply rooted in Catalonia’s nature, bring their passion for […]

Farm to Fork Written by Joe Cummings June issue ‘Dessert’, 2023  Share this post On the northwest coast of Phuket, the legendary Trisara welcomed its first guests in 2004, and through consistently committed management and continual upgrading, the resort never looks or feels dated. All 39 cliff-side villas and suites boast private pools—legitimate lap pools […]

Yuzu Safari 2023 at Park Hyatt Bangkok Written by Gastronomer Lifestyle 27th November, 2023  Share this post Announcing the Exclusive Arrival of Japan’s Finest Gourmet Fruit: Yuzu Safari 2023 in Bangkok The three-day gastronomic extravaganza. Yuzu Safari, has been in full effect celebrating Japan’s renowned gourmet fruit harvest. Following the resounding success of last year’s […]

‘Urbani White Truffle Dinner’ by Four Italian Culinary Maestros at ALATi, Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok Written by Gastronomer Lifestyle 4th November,  2023  Share this post Explore the exquisite ‘Urbani White Truffle Dinner,’ a culinary experience where four esteemed chefs unveil their unique menus, highlighting the unrivaled freshness of Urbani Truffles, Italy’s leading truffle producer for over […]

Restaurant Int shows Progressive Thai Cuisine with French culinary flare Written by Gastronomer Lifestyle September 28th, 2023  Share this post Chef Pat-In “Knock” Promsawadi, formerly with Taahra takes another step into gastronomy with Restaurant INT. The fine dining concept beckons with an intriguing name that invites patrons to embark on a culinary journey of their […]

SO AMAZING CHEFS 2023 Written by Gastronomer Lifestyle September 27th, 2023  Share this post Bangkok get ready for the 11th edition of SO Amazing Chefs. A remarkable lineup of 11 internationally acclaimed chefs with 12 Michelin Stars will visit Thailand and work with the SO in-house culinary team, for 9 days of gastronomic celebration from […]

One hails from Niigata and creates exquisite French cuisine out of the best Japanese ingredients. Another comes from Fukuoka and lives to bring joy through ramen and a little bit of humour, while a third chef from Gunma makes some of the purest sushi Bangkok has seen and tasted. In discovering the stories of three of the city’s prominent Japanese chefs, we realise that, despite each of their uniqueness, they share many traits and ideas in common— most significantly a deep-rooted passion for their work.

Home Sweet Home: Bangkok Chefs Share Their Favourite Desserts Written by Gastronomer Lifestyle June issue ‘Dessert’, 2023 Share this post Bangkok chefs tell us about their favourite desserts from their home country. Jakthong “Mumu” Ubolsootvanich, Executive Chef & Co-Founder, Maison Bleue “Som chun is my favourite as it’s very delicate and very ‘Haute Bangkokian’. It’s […]

Flour and Flowers: Q&A with Baker x Florist Written by Mika Apichatsakol June issue ‘Dessert’, 2023  Share this post Boasting top-quality ingredients, charming cake design, and an abundance of aesthetic florals, part-bakery and part-florist Baker x Florist has become a household name among Bangkok’s cutesy community. Further hyped up by their celebrity clientele—Lalisa from BlackPink […]

La Dolce Vita: Q&A with Andrea Bonaffini Written by Karn Chatikavanij June issue ‘Dessert’, 2023  Share this post Raised in Turin by Sicilian parents, Chef Andrea Bonaffini has since travelled the world with his remarkable culinary gifts. Before settling in his current home of Bangkok, he had previously worked at numerous Michelin-starred restaurants, including the […]

When you think of fine desserts in Bangkok, it’s difficult not to think of Mia Restaurant where Chef Michelle Goh not only closes the tasting menus with her sweet, exquisite creations but also serves an adventurous “omakase dessert” experience below the main dining rooms at an intimate six-seater counter.

80/20 Introduces its new Head Chef and Tasting Menu Written by Tatshaya Bussayakittikorn June 20, 2023 Share this post 80/20, an experimental Thai restaurant located in Charoenkrung, welcomes its new head chef, Thav Phouthavong, who comes with a new tasting menu this month. Chef Thav is looking to continue 80/20’s philosophy of an innovative take on Thai […]

Battle of the Hungry Chefs Special Feature May issue ‘Design’, 2023  Share this post To bring the film’s culinary theme to life as realistically as possible, Sittisiri, who also goes by “Dome”, recruited Chalee Kader—of Wana Yook, 100 Mahaseth, and Fran’s—as consultant chef. Dome tells us that Chalee was critical to the film’s production, responsible […]

The Last Spoonful Written by  Gastronomer Lifestyle  March 3, 2023  Share this post Something of a maverick in the local culinary scene, Chalee Kader’s latest project takes a commonplace meal in Thai culture and lifts it to new heights. Gastronomer Lifestyle chats with the chef to find out what he finds so fascinating about khao […]

Chefs Pichaya Utharntharm and Thitid Tassanakajohn, known in the industry as Chef Pam and Chef Ton, respectively, represent a new generation of Thai chefs who are gaining widespread recognition, not just for their own careers, but for Thai cuisine.

Mia Hosts “Friends of Mia – Next Gen Series” with LØYROM Written by Gastronomer Lifestyle  March 24, 2023 Share this post Prepare yourselves as “Friends of Mia – Next Gen Series!” is back once again with the first instalment of the year hosting “LØYROM” for a culinary masterpiece on April 4, 2023. The culinary event […]

The Menu Written by Gastronomer Lifestyle  March 3, 2023 Share this post The first thing we tend to think of when we dine at fine dining restaurants—or any restaurant for that matter—is the menu. What considerations go into creating a menu for some of the world’s top restaurants? We talk to the head chef of […]

“Waan Thai” brings charming Afternoon Tea to Thonglor Written by Christopher Menning  October 24, 2022 Share this post Chef Chumpol Jangprai, co-owner of the highly regarded R-HAAN restaurant, now has a new venture, “Waan Thai”, a venue to elevate traditional Thai desserts, with authentic flavour and experience. taking an innovative approach to the unique charm […]

8-hands Collaboration Masque, Potong, Le Du, Kyo Bar Written by Gastronomer Lifestyle team October 17, 2022 Share this post An incredible 8 hand collaboration of four trail blazing chefs will be held at Le Du and Potong this week. Chef Varun Totlani, MASQUE Head Chef, (Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2022 | Ranked No.21 and Number […]

“from the Swiss Alps to the Andaman Sea” Written by Christopher Menning  October 12, 2022 Share this post As L’Arôme by the Sea continues to make waves along the Phuket seafront, Executive Chef Yannick Hollenstein co-hosts unforgettable dinners with the best talent around. This time he invites IGNIV’s head chef, and fellow Swiss national, David […]

Italian Job Volume 8: Piedmont x Calabria in Bangkok Written by Christopher Menning  October 10, 2022 Share this post Luca Abbruzzino x Eugenio Cannoni Four Hands Collaboration As part of its celebration of four hands dining, La Scala invites Luca Abbruzzino of Michelin-starred Ristorante Abbruzzino to join Chef de Cuisine Eugenio Cannoni for an exciting […]

Saawaan’s latest menu is unveiled by new Chef, Saritwat “Earth” Wanvichitkun Written by Christopher Menning  June 10, 2022 Share this post Chef Saritwat “Earth” Wanvichitkun joins the family at Saawaan and debuts his first menu sticking to the core concept of traditional Thai techniques. Hailing from Phuket, Chef Earth brings his own distinct flair to […]

A charitable campaign the #NYBKK Bagel unites New York and Bangkok. Written by Christopher Menning | September 26, 2021 Share this post Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on pinterest Share on email #BagelItForward Campaign Wild Nature Artisan, bagel entrepreneurs VOLKS, and Thai chef Andy Yang have teamed up for a […]

Talking to Chef Aom of Saawaan about Thai culinary history. Written by Christopher Menning | December 2, 2019 Share this post Saawaan restaurant run by the female duo, Chef Aom, and Chef Paper is a culinary journey through Thailands history. The Michelin starred restaurant has grown in fame in the Silom area of the city […]