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Paris - December 13, 2023
MICHELIN GUIDE THAILAND 2024: AN ODE TO
CULINARY EXCELLENCE WITH NEW SHINING STARS
• With 2 new two Stars, 6 new one Star and one new MICHELIN
Green Star, Thailand pursues its culinary journey to excellence.
• Of the 6 new one MICHELIN Star entries, 3 mark their debut in
the selection.
• The 2024 MICHELIN Guide Thailand showcases a total of 447
food establishments: 7 two MICHELIN Stars, 28 one MICHELIN
Star, 196 Bib Gourmand and 216 MICHELIN Selected venues.
• Among new additions to the Guide, 23 are from Surat Thani
province -mainland and Ko Samui- newly covered in this seventh
local edition.
At the MICHELIN Guide Ceremony Thailand, Michelin has officially unveiled The
MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2024 edition, revealing its much-awaited full
restaurant selection, and celebrated the accomplishments of Thailand’s vibrant
and dynamic culinary community.
The newly released Guide features 447 establishments – with 7 two MICHELIN
Stars (2 promoted from one MICHELIN Star), 28 one MICHELIN Star (3
newcomers, and 3 promoted from MICHELIN Selected), 196 Bib Gourmand (28
newcomers, and 4 moved from MICHELIN Selected), and 216 MICHELIN Selected
entries (37 newcomers). Among new additions to the Guide, 23 are from Ko Samui
(4 Bib Gourmand, and 7 MICHELIN Selected entries) and Surat Thani Mainland (8
Bib Gourmand, and 4 MICHELIN Selected entries), the newly covered territories
in this seventh local edition.
According to Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guides,
with an abundance of great local produce, including the freshest premium seafood,
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combined with a melting pot of cultures, Ko Samui and the mainland city of Surat
Thani – the two additions in the beautiful gulf of Thailand – boast a vibrant and
varied culinary scene that further contributes to The MICHELIN Guide Thailand’s
existing restaurant selection.
“Our inspectors have experienced the true diversity that Thailand has to offer,
from modern restaurants pushing culinary boundaries to simple street food stalls
– continuously reinforcing Thailand’s rich gastronomic culture and heritage. The
2024 edition of The MICHELIN Guide Thailand highlights not only these exceptional
culinary experiences, but also the latest trends in the country’s culinary world,”
said Mr. Poullennec.
Underlying trends of Thailand’s culinary and gastronomic scene: Modern
Thai cooking, healthy cuisines, sustainable production, and female
prominence
Having travelled the length of the country, MICHELIN Guide inspectors noted the
continued growth of a new breed of modern Thai restaurants helmed by a new
generation of young and passionate Thai chefs, who are pushing the boundaries
of what is perceived as modern Thai cooking. In addition, there has been a growth
of reservation only, counter dining operations – serving modern and innovative
tasting menus.
The trend for healthy and vegetarian cuisine also continues in Thailand, with the
demand for plant-based and organic foods steadily rising as consumers have
become more attuned to their consumption habits. This health-consciousness has
led to a surge in demand for organic and healthy food products. Therefore, the
trend of using locally produced, home-grown ingredients and of sustainable
production is becoming more prominent – especially in upscale restaurants.
Particularly notable is the growing number of female chefs and entrepreneurs in
the food and beverage industry, who play significant roles in developing and
shaping the culinary scene across the entire country.
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2 restaurants newly receive two MICHELIN Stars
In the 2024 MICHELIN Guide Thailand edition, two MICHELIN Stars listing adds 2
new entries promoted from the one MICHELIN Star rating: Baan Tepa, where the
farm-to-table philosophy is brought to the skillfully crafted, detailed cooking on its
contemporary Thai tasting menu, made with seasonal ingredients sourced from
sustainably minded producers and its backyard; and Gaa, a contemporary Indian
restaurant that combines old-school cooking with modern techniques and
presentation – serving assured and skillful dishes where finely judged spicing,
extraordinary flavor combinations and contrasts in texture and temperature stand
out.
It is noteworthy that both restaurants are run by female chefs: Chef Chudaree
‘Tam’ Debhakam of Baan Tepa, and Chef Garima Arora of Gaa. While Baan Tepa
now boasts two MICHELIN Stars in the 2024 Guide after winning one MICHELIN
Star upon entering the 2023 Guide; Gaa is only the second Indian restaurant in
the world to currently hold two MICHELIN Stars.
6 restaurants newly receive one MICHELIN Star
Of the 6 new one MICHELIN Star entries, 3 are newcomers making it into the Guide
for the first time, and the other 3 are promoted from MICHELIN Selected.
The 3 newcomers awarded one MICHELIN Star are: INDDEE, a modern Indian
restaurant that takes diners on a journey around the different regions of India with
its set menu using the charcoal grill extensively throughout; NAWA, a Thai
contemporary restaurant that embraces the innovation concept, using modern
techniques to produce central Thai cuisine with authentic yet bold flavors, and a
seasonal tasting menu of finger food, small bites and modified versions of main
courses; and Samrub Samrub Thai, a Thai restaurant offering a truly original
tasting menu (changed bi-monthly) featuring ancient Thai recipes reproduced to
trace the ages and crafts a complex amalgamation of aromas.
The 3 one MICHELIN Star laureates promoted from the MICHELIN Selected are:
Mia, a restaurant offering modern European cuisine with Asian influences through
the seasonal ‘Taste of Mia’ menu that shows off dishes with complex, well-balanced
flavours in a 5- or 8-course feast – with vegan and vegetarian options, as well as
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with cocktail, mocktail and wine pairings available; Resonance, a restaurant
offering a seasonal tasting menu that features dishes inspired by the chef’s past
experience working around the world, with a tea pairing option upon advance
request; and Wana Yook, a restaurant offering an innovative seasonal tasting
menu inspired by “Khao Gaeng” or “rice topped with curry”, whereby every course
features flavorsome Thai contemporary dishes with rice from different regions of
Thailand.
A restaurant awarded with a MICHELIN Green Star for its inspiring
sustainable approach
Joining PRU, Haoma and Jampa, who all hold MICHELIN Green Stars highlighting
their commitment to sustainability, is a creative French restaurant, J'AIME by
Jean-Michel Lorain. The chef and the team have made great advancements in
developing their sustainable approach by building close relationships with Thai
producers, examining in detail their kitchen practices – including monitoring their
waste, abiding by strict recycling systems and many other smaller initiatives – all
contributing towards their goal of striving towards a more sustainable future.
With this newly-awarded restaurant, the MICHELIN Guide Thailand selection has a
total of 4 MICHELIN Green Starred establishments.
Four MICHELIN Guide Special Awards
With its Special Awards, the MICHELIN Guide shines a light on talented
professionals in Michelin-recommended restaurants who raise the gastronomic
experience to a higher level. In doing so, they demonstrate how varied and exciting
the hospitality industry is to work in.
The MICHELIN Young Chef Award
The 2024 MICHELIN Young Chef Award recognizes a young chef whose exceptional
talent and great potential have impressed the inspectors. This year, the Young
Chef Award, presented by Blancpain, is given to Ms. Chudaree ‘Tam’ Debhakam
from Baan Tepa. A Thai chef with a bright future, Ms. Debhakam’s rise has been
meteoric. After a stage at Gaggan, a role at the Water Library Group, and being a
Chef de Partie at Blue Hill at Stone Barns in New York State, she returned to
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Thailand and subsequently made waves in the Thailand culinary scene when her
restaurant, Baan Tepa, was awarded a MICHELIN Star upon entry in the 2023
Guide, and now awarded two MICHELIN Stars in only its second year in the Guide!
The MICHELIN Opening of the Year Award
The 2024 MICHELIN Opening of the Year Award is given to individuals and team,
for the successful opening of a dining venue over the past 12 months, with a
creative degustation concept and a cuisine approach which has had an impact on
the local gastronomic scene. This award, presented by UOB, is awarded to Mr.
Witchupol Charoensupaya who is the owner of NAWA. NAWA opened in early
2023, and has entered the 2024 Guide with a MICHELIN Star. Mr. Jantraget, or
“Chef Joe”, heads the kitchen along with his partner, Saki Hoshino, with Witchupol
‘Nay’ Charoensupaya out at front – together, they make a formidable team and
were the obvious choice for the Opening of the Year Award with their terrific
central Thai cooking featuring modern interpretations of traditional dishes.
The MICHELIN Service Award
The 2024 MICHELIN Service Award aims to highlight and encourage skilled and
talented professionals who dramatically add to the customer experience.
This year's MICHELIN Guide Service Award, presented by Tourism Authority of
Thailand, is given to Ms. Louise Bourgeois from Chef’s Table. Ms. Bourgeois,
the manager at Chef’s Table, has always greeted guests with a warm, fervent
welcome. Her charming approach and delightfully relaxed manner really stand out.
She also exudes a great presence, leading the team with real style.
The MICHELIN Sommelier Award
The 2024 MICHELIN Sommelier Award recognizes the skills, knowledge, and
passion of talented sommeliers of the industry. This year's Sommelier Award is
awarded to Mr. Thanakorn ‘Jay’ Bottorff from INDDEE. Mr. Bottorff presents
a beautifully curated wine list of 600 selections – including nearly 60 wines by the
glass, with a superb mix of the esoteric and the classic it makes a great read with
even a few quizzes to test your knowledge! With a warm, easy-going, and
approachable style, he is a superb communicator and clearly knows his way
around the terrific list. The wine pairings are thoughtfully curated, as he is not
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only flexible and affable, but also considers thoughtfully the diners’ preferences in
his recommendations.
The MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2024 at a Glance:
7 two MICHELIN Stars (2 promoted from one MICHELIN Star)
28 one MICHELIN Star (3 new, 3 promoted from MICHELIN Selected)
4 MICHELIN Green Star (1 new)
196 Bib Gourmand (28 new, 4 moved from MICHELIN Selected)
216 MICHELIN Selected (37 new)
The selection of hotels in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand complements the
restaurant selection and is available free of charge on the MICHELIN Guide website
and app. The selection showcases unique and truly moving destinations both in
Thailand and throughout the world. Every hotel in the selection has been chosen
by the MICHELIN Guide experts for its extraordinary style, service, and
personality, and they can all be booked directly via the MICHELIN Guide website
and app. Some of the most prominent hotels in this selection in Thailand include
intimate designer boutique hotels and unique establishments from the “Plus”
collection. The MICHELIN Guide, which is a benchmark in the world of gastronomy,
is now setting a new standard for hotels. Visit the MICHELIN Guide website or
download the mobile app free of charge on your smartphone to discover all the
MICHELIN Guide selections and book unforgettable hotels and restaurants.
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downloaded at: shorturl.at/qxN89.
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มิชลิน ไกด์ ฉบับประเทศไทย ประจำปี 2567
Two MICHELIN Stars / สองดาวมิชลิน
Excellent cooking, worth a detour /
ร้ านอาหารยอดเยี่ยมที่ควรค่ าแก่การขับรถออกนอกเส้ นทางเพือ่ แวะชิม
BANGKOK & SURROUNDING PROVINCES / กรุงเทพมหานครและปริมณฑล
Baan Tepa บ้านเทพา PROMOTED FROM 1 STAR
Chef’s Table เชฟส์เทเบิล
Gaa กา PROMOTED FROM 1 STAR
Mezzaluna เมซซาลูน่า
R-Haan อาหาร
Sorn ศรณ์
Sühring ซูหร์ งิ
One MICHELIN Star / หนึ่งดาวมิชลิน
High quality cooking, worth a stop / ร้ านอาหารคุณภาพสู งที่ควรค่ าแก่ การหยุดแวะชิม
BANGKOK & SURROUNDING PROVINCES / กรุงเทพมหานครและปริมณฑล
80/20 เอ็ทตี้ ทเวนตี้
Aksorn อักษร
Blue by Alain Ducasse บลู บาย อลัง ดูคาส
Cadence by Dan Bark เคเดนซ์ บาย แดน บาร์ค
Canvas แคนวาส
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Chim by Siam Wisdom ชิม บาย สยาม วิสดอม
Côte by Mauro Colagreco โค้ท บาย เมาโร โคลาเกรคโค
Elements, Inspired by Ciel Bleu เอเลเมนท์ อินสไปร์ บาย เซล เบลอ
Haoma ฮาโอมา
IGNIV อิกนีฟ
INDDEE อินดี NEW
Jay Fai เจ๊ไฝ
Khao (Ekkamai) ข้าว (สาขาเอกมัย)
Le Du ฤดู
Le Normandie by Alain Roux เลอ นอร์มงั ดี บาย อลัง รู ซ์
Maison Dunand
PROMOTED FROM
Mia มีอา MICHELIN SELECTED
Nahm น้ า
NAWA นว NEW
Potong โพทง
PROMOTED FROM
Resonance เรโซแนนซ์ MICHELIN SELECTED
Samrub Samrub Thai สารับสาหรับไทย NEW
Saneh Jaan เสน่ห์จนั ทน์
Signature ซิกเนเจอร์
Suan Thip สวนทิพย์
Sushi Masato ซูชิ มาซาโตะ
PROMOTED FROM
Wana Yook วรรณยุค MICHELIN SELECTED
PHUKET / ภูเก็ต
PRU พรุ
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MICHELIN GREEN STAR / ดาวมิชลินรักษ์โลก
Highlighting their commitment to sustainability /
ร้ านอาหารที่ดาเนินกิจการที่เป็ นมิตรต่ อสิ่งแวดล้อมอย่างยั่งยืน
BANGKOK & SURROUNDING PROVINCES / กรุงเทพมหานครและปริมณฑล
Haoma ฮาโอมา
J'AIME by Jean-Michel Lorain เเฌม บาย ฌอง-มิเชล โลรองต์ NEW
PHUKET / ภูเก็ต
Jampa จาปา
PRU พรุ
