Chef Mauro Colagreco Visits His MICHELIN-Starred Côte in Bangkok
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Recently in late April, Capella Bangkok‘s Côte has welcome its founding Chef Chef Mauro Colagreco to Thailand. After one year and a half of the restaurant’s inauguration, Côte by Mauro Colagreco has been one of Bangkok’s most acclaimed culinary gems, keeping food aficionados coming back for more and more, thanks to its exquisite concept of ‘Riviera to River’ – bringing the Mediterranean Riviera flavours to the bank of Chao Phraya River while paying homage to the origins and the destination alike. The culinary team led by highly-talented Chef Davide Garavaglia plays a massive role in its success, flawlessly translating Chef Colagreco’s philosophy and passion for sustainable and seasonal produce through a range of fascinating tasting menus and a signature ‘9-course Carte Blanche’ gastronomic journey. Côte’s excellence stands out from the crowd that it has been awarded one Michelin Star.
‘I’m so delighted to be in Bangkok to finally celebrate the first Michelin star with all the team. It such an achievement,’ said Chef Colagreco. ‘This trip is a dream come true. It has been so challenging to travel the last years, being here in Bangkok, feeling the energy of the city, of my team and meet our dedicated guests, it’s incredible.’
During his stay in Thailand, Chef Colagreco with his team met with organic farmers at Poomjai Garden located next to the Bangkhuntien canal in Bangkok and Plean Yod Tarn community in Samutsongkhram province to source vegetables and herbs of the highest quality.
‘For me, working with sustainable ingredients not only means following the seasons, it also means working the land with full respect and embracing what nature brings into the kitchen. We have to be flexible and resourceful in adapting the menu to highlight the best produce available every single day.’ Chef Colagreco explained.
Côte by Mauro Colagreco is located on the second floor of Capella Bangkok, and is open for lunch from 12:00 to 14:00 and dinner from 18:00 to 22:00 (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays). For reservations, email cote.bangkok@capellahotels.com, call +66 (0) 2 098 3888 or visit www.cotebkk.com. Keep yourself posted at Facebook: @cote.bangkok or Instagram: @cote.bangkok.
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Bangkok Patana Hosts First-Ever Insect Food Seminar Led by Student Organization “Amino Insecto”
Bangkok Patana School recently buzzed with excitement as students gathered for the Amino Insecto seminar, an event dedicated to the emerging trend of insect-based cuisine as a sustainable protein source. Founded by Napa-ai Suriyabhivadh, known to her peers as April, Amino Insecto champions insect consumption as a step toward a more sustainable food future. The seminar is also led by Wipharhuck Kongboonma, cofounder of Amino Insecto. April, who developed an interest in insect protein while training with the Thai national basketball team, first tried insect-based snacks reluctantly but soon discovered their nutritional value. Realizing insects’ potential to fight malnutrition and support eco-friendly agriculture, she and her friends launched Amino Insecto to promote these benefits among Thai youth. The seminar drew notable experts in the field, including Finnish food scientist Professor Sara-Maria Kauppi and Chef Topi Kairenius, who both flew in to share their experiences. Professor Kauppi, who teaches at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, highlighted her research on consumer behavior around insect foods, explaining how well-designed packaging could ease consumers into the idea of eating bugs. Chef Kairenius, an advocate for sustainable insect-based dining in Nordic cuisine, treated students to samples of Finnish water bugs, sparking intrigue among attendees. The event’s food booth added a culinary adventure to the learning experience, featuring dishes like mango sticky rice topped with wood ants and Finnish forest mushrooms paired with caramelized locusts. The 180 samples quickly disappeared, with students eagerly returning for more, demonstrating a positive shift in attitudes toward edible insects. The excitement surrounding Amino Insecto’s seminar reflects a global movement that’s growing across Europe, Asia, and beyond. With climate change and resource scarcity pressing issues worldwide, this student-led initiative encourages a fresh perspective on food sustainability.
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Joyous Time
The holiday season is even more joyful when celebrated through meaningful collaboration. For the first time, The St. Regis Bangkok has teamed up with local textile artist Rungploy Lorpaitoon to bring festive touches to the St. Regis Bangkok Festive Hampers and ornaments around the hotel this season. The magical atmosphere of the festive season is enhanced by bespoke decorations, such as the “bubble memory” ornaments designed by Rungploy, and the uniquely artistic Christmas tree centerpiece. Beyond decorations, Rungploy has also designed the interiors of the festive hampers, adorned with twelve handmade bubble memories symbolizing each month of the year, along with purple fabric to enhance their elegance. Guests are encouraged to reflect on the past year and cherish these moments of love through the bubble memories. Each hamper is crafted to embody the art of giving. The St. Regis Bangkok Classic Hamper is filled with a curated selection of Italian-inspired holiday delicacies, including Italian biscotti, homemade traditional panettone (yeast-free, made over three days), mixed fruit jelly, chocolate Santa, The St. Regis macarons, chocolate truffles, mixed nut tart, locally sourced Chonburi 70.5% chocolate bar, amaretti cookies, mini “Torroncini” nougat, imported premium apple compote, imported “Morra Tartufi” white truffle oil (a highlight of Winter in Italy), and The St. Regis Blend Tea. The St. Regis Bangkok Luxury Hamper includes all of this plus a bottle of Prosecco Follador, IGT, Italy. The St. Regis Bangkok hampers are available daily at The Lounge from December 1, 2024, to January 31, 2025. Early bird pricing is available from December 1-15, 2024. Advance reservations of at least 3-7 days are required. The St. Regis Bangkok Classic Hamper – THB 7,200 net, with an early bird price of THB 6,500 net. The St. Regis Bangkok Luxury Hamper (includes Prosecco Follador, IGT, Italy) – THB 8,500 net, with an early bird price of THB 7,500 net. The St. Regis Bangkok www.stregisbangkok.com
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Michelin-Star Dining Residency at Biscotti, Anantara Siam!
From 6 November to 30 December 2024, Biscotti at Anantara Siam proudly hosts Michelin-starred Chef Cristina Bowerman from Rome’s renowned Glass Hostaria. With both à la carte options and 3- and 5-course tasting menus, diners can indulge in signature dishes like "Liquid Parmigiano Reggiano Stuffed Ravioli with Butter and Seasonal Truffle" – a Glass Hostaria classic for over 13 years. Other highlights include "Almost A Pizza", a creamy celery root “pizza” with pomegranate molasses, and "Amberjack Sashimi" infused with red beet juice and miso. Conclude this culinary journey with Chef Bowerman’s twist on tiramisu, served in a stunning chocolate sphere, alcohol-free for all to enjoy. With one Michelin star and Three Forks from Gambero Rosso, Glass Hostaria is a must-try for lovers of contemporary Italian cuisine. Don’t miss this exclusive dining experience! ⏰️ Lunch: Mon-Sat (12:00pm - 2:30pm) ⏰️ Dinner: Mon-Sun (6:00pm - 10:30pm) 📞 Call 02 431 9497 📌 Biscotti, Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel