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TAT
Governor, Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, said, “The partnership between TAT
and The MICHELIN Guide has consistently promoted Thailand as a global
gastronomic hub. This collaboration will play a key role in TAT’s marketing
efforts, particularly with the launch of the ‘Amazing Thailand Grand
Tourism and Sports Year 2025’ campaign, which highlights Thailand’s ‘Thai
Charms’ and the ‘5 Must Do in Thailand’. The Guide’s expansion into
new regions like Chon Buri supports our ‘Must Seek New Cities’ concept,
inviting global travellers to explore the diversity of local experiences.”
This
year’s edition showcases 462 of Thailand’s finest dining establishments, with
the following key highlights:
·
1 Three MICHELIN Star: Sorn,
promoted from Two MICHELIN Stars, becomes Thailand’s first restaurant to earn
this honour.
·
7 Two MICHELIN Stars: Côte by
Mauro Colagreco, promoted from One MICHELIN Star, joins Baan Tepa, Chef’s
Table, Gaa, Mezzaluna, R-Haan, and Sühring.
·
28 One MICHELIN Stars: This includes
five new entries – AKKEE, AVANT, GOAT, and Aulis – as
well as Coda, promoted from the MICHELIN Selected category.
·
4 MICHELIN Green Stars: Recognising
restaurants committed to sustainability, including Baan Tepa, which
joins PRU, Haoma, and Jampa.
·
156 Bib Gourmand: With 20 new entries.
·
270 MICHELIN Selected: Featuring 44
new entries.
Chon
Buri makes its debut in this 2025 edition with 20 entries, including 5 Bib
Gourmand and 15 MICHELIN Selected establishments.
Gwendal
Poullennec, International Director of The MICHELIN Guides, remarked, “The
2025 edition of The MICHELIN Guide Thailand is truly historic, with
the country’s first-ever Three MICHELIN Stars restaurant. This milestone
underscores the richness and diversity of Thai cuisine while highlighting the
innovation and passion of Thailand’s chefs. The MICHELIN Guide continues to
celebrate the vibrant culinary scene in Thailand, which remains a key
destination for food lovers from around the world.”
The
2025 edition also honours four MICHELIN Guide Special Awards:
·
2025 MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award:
Sittikorn (Ou) Chantop of AKKEE
·
2025 MICHELIN Guide Opening of the
Year Award: Dimitrios Moudios of Ōre
·
2025 MICHELIN Guide Service Award:
Yupa (Ying) Sukkasem of Baan Tepa
·
2025 MICHELIN Guide Sommelier Award:
Thansith Wasinonth of Côte by Mauro Colagreco
Ms.
Thapanee concluded, “In 2025, TAT aims for a 7.5% increase in tourism
revenue, targeting 39 million international visitors. As TAT continues to
promote Thailand as a gastronomic tourism destination, The MICHELIN Guide
Thailand 2025 strengthens the country’s culinary reputation and attracts
food lovers globally.”
With
its expanding coverage, The MICHELIN Guide Thailand now includes
Bangkok (since 2018), Phuket and Phang Nga (since 2019), Chiang Mai (since
2020), Ayutthaya (since 2022), Isan (Nakhon Ratchasima, Khon Kaen, Ubon
Ratchathani, Udon Thani) (since 2023), Ko Samui and Mainland Surat Thani (since
2024), and Chon Buri (new in 2025). For more information on The MICHELIN
Guide Thailand 2025 and the full list of restaurant selections,
visit MICHELIN Guide Thailand,
or follow updates on Facebook: MICHELINGuideAsia.
In
addition to the culinary achievements, in September this year, TAT celebrated
the first-ever MICHELIN
Keys Thailand awards, recognising 58 hotels for their exceptional
service and quality. This prestigious recognition highlights Thailand’s
commitment to providing world-class hospitality alongside its culinary
excellence.
Image
Credit: © TAT
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