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One of Bangkok's most renowned dining events, SO Amazing Chefs, is back for its 10th-year edition, gathering together chefs and stars of the international culinary world to celebrate the diversity of Asian cuisines. The 2022 chef lineup includes international celebrity Chef Bobby Chinn (Host of the event), Chef Kai Ho (Taïrroir), Chef Pam Utharntharm (POTONG), Chef Andy Yang (Table 38), Chef Peter Cuong Franklin (Anãn Saigon), Chef Tong Nandhabiwat (Monster by Tong) and much more!

In 2016, harbored within Mumbai’s disused textile mill, Masque inaugurated its business as India's first tasting menu-only restaurant. Founded by Aditi Dugar, this theatre-like restaurant sets out to explore innovative Indian flavors in persistent attempts to showcase indigenous goods and maximize the essence of the abundant Indian produce. The restaurant's head chef, Varun Totlani, has uncovered a wealth of native cuisine after exploring several Indian terroirs and inundating himself with the differences between regional cuisines and traditions which have been melded into stylish entrees.

Since Thailand's Michelin guide extended to include Phuket and Phang-nga in 2019. The increased attention being given to this area has unquestionably inspired restaurateurs to break new ground. L'Arôme By the Sea has emerged as a rising star in the revived dining scene by deftly juggling progressive methods with classic French culinary skills. Combining the spectacular scenery and fresh-caught produce, L'Arôme by the Sea excellently captures what Kalim bay has to offer. The restaurant presents a contemporary French dinner with sea air and major flair, featuring multiple mouthwatering dishes that draw on both the ingredients from Thailand and the Swiss Alpine roots of Yannick Hollenstein, the restaurant's executive chef.

How often do young chefs have the opportunity to compete in a prestigious competition? One might describe it as a once-in-a-lifetime experience. San Pellegrino Academy offers an environment to uncover, connect, and support the next generation of chefs, regardless of their origins, gender, or race. But this year marks the first time that Thailand hosted the ‘S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Asia Regional Competition 2022-2023’. The competition is a world-class event that aims to push the boundaries of the culinary industry in the search of top-placed applicants among 10 talented young chefs who will receive the designation of "Regional Finalist" and will be eligible to compete in the 2023 Milan Grand Final.

It is nothing new that many restaurants have to tragically close amidst the pandemic. In the end, it is about the survival of the fittest. The ones who adapt the fastest will eventually rise to the top, and fine-dining restaurants are no exception. Since MIA opened its doors in 2019, they have started as a casual, high-tempo restaurant with 100-120 covers a night. However, once covid hit, things have not been the same. MIA had to reposition itself to survive. They have persevered through the pandemic by means of delivering and trying to find the balance, which eventually prospered and gave birth to the tasting menus.

If you've ever spoken with prominent chefs, they'll probably tell you something along the line: food and art is often very connected. Situated at Sukhumvit 38, Kavee is a close-knit minimally decorated restaurant with a prominent white counter and an open kitchen towards one side. Taking the word "poet" from the Thai language, the concepts at Kavee are symbolic and conceptual. As implied by the restaurant's name, Kavee draws references and inspiration from traditional Thai dishes to exemplify the complexity and elegance of Thai flavors in a dynamically appealing and well-composed manner, in the form of a contemporary stylized tasting menu.

Contemporary Thai restaurants typically appear when we think about prestige Thai cuisine. However, when thinking about a place to have authentic Thai food, there is one that comes to mind. Chef Noom Thaninthon, chef owner of Chim by Siam Wisdom, has distinct ideas about how he wants his food to be prepared, and they are unlike anything you've ever tasted. Let’s have a look in detail.

Ronnaporn "Neung" Kanivichaporn and Chennarong "Janz" Bhumichitr, have decided to open a new venture at Si Phraya on the top floor of 100 Mahaseth. This cocktail bar has a very unique concept both the décor and drinks. Let’s see what our world champion has in store for us.

Have you ever heard of a Thai omakase course? Chef Prin Polsuk's Samrub Samrub Thai offers a unique dining experience by creating traditional Thai dishes in a progressive approach. Simply stated, the food is presented in fresh ways of Thai cuisine and provided on a seasonal menu with local ingredients.

Labyrinth, a "New Singaporean" dining experience showcasing local Singaporean produce and flavours encapsulating my roots and memories growing up in Singapor...