Tuesday, August 20, 2024 Four Seasons Resorts Koh Samui and Chiang Mai team up to bring the bold flavors of Northern Thai cuisine to the island, offering guests a unique culinary experience. In recent years, Thailand has been shifting towards a more sophisticated and immersive approach to tourism. Over the last decade, this change has also influenced Thai culinary practices significantly.
Traditional Royal Thai dishes continue to be revered, yet a wave of contemporary chefs is delving into their cultural roots to craft a fresh, distinctive repertoire of Thai cuisine. “Our flagship Thai restaurant Koh Thai Kitchen is very much in the conversation with its constantly evolving menus,” suggests Branka Novakovic, Assistant Director of Food & Beverage at Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui. Led by Chef de Cuisine Sumalee Khunpet, fondly known as Chef Jeab, the restaurant is recommended by the Michelin Guide 2024 for its authentic Southern Thai cooking on the island.
“For over a decade, Chef Jeab has regaled Four Seasons guests with their own interpretation of Southern flavours and an award-winning seafood concept,” adds Branka . Northern Delights in the Kitchen This August, Chef Jeab teams up with Junior Sous Chef Natapol Pholpong, affectionately known as Chef Net, at the Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai. From August 28 to 30, 2024, they will spotlight Northern Thai cuisine.
Chef Net has earned praise and distinction for his innovative approach at Khao by Four Seasons, where he off.