9th Annual World Gourmet Festival

September 22-28, 2008

Learn more about this year's featured chefs below:

Since its inception nine years ago, the World Gourmet Festival has grown in prominence to feature an extraordinary line-up of some of the best chefs from around the world. This year, Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok is pleased to bring these award-winning Master Chefs under one roof for a week-long celebration of outstanding food and fine wines, and to share their tips on how to create gourmet cuisine.

Each chef will host two evenings in one of the Hotel's dining venues as well as one cooking demonstration during the weeklong event. Each chef will be in attendance for the seven-course Gala dinner on Friday, September 26, 2008.

To enjoy this culinary sojourn, Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok has created a Gourmet Package which includes deluxe overnight accommodations, full access to the Executive Club, complimentary breakfast, evening cocktails and a featured dinner of choice for each night booked.

For reservations or more information:

Call your travel consultant
Call the Hotel directly at +66 (0) 2 250 1000
Visit our web site
View the World Gourmet Festival Schedule
Individual dinner tickets can be booked via e-mail.


Glen Ballis Nedal’Nij Vostok Moscow, Russia Glen is head chef at "Nedal'nij Vostok" ("Un-Far East") in Moscow. He describes the menu as fresh and light, with new smells, tastes and textures, and unusual combinations from different cuisines. According to Glen, a good chef works with creativity and enthusiasm, passing on both qualities to his team, and is always ready to learn and grow. View Glen's full biography.


Michael Ginor Owner Hudson Valley Foie Gras New York, USA An integral part of the World Gourmet Festival from its inception, Michael rejoins us for a record ninth time. Michael and his business partner Izzy Yanay established Hudson Valley Foie Gras, the major foie gras producer in the world today, and for ten years have distributed its moulard duck products throughout the United States and beyond. View Michael's full biography.


Siggi Hall Siggi Hall Restaurant Reykjavik, Iceland Siggi Hall (Sigurdur Larus Hall) has been a Certified Master Chef since 1982, and in 2006 was appointed by the Nordic Council of Ministers as one of a select group of Ambassadors for New Nordic Food. The “Siggi Hall Restaurant”, situated in the Hotel Odinsve in Reykjavik’s old city centre since 2000, will be moving to the Reykjavik National Theatre building later this year. View Siggi's full biography.


Jefferey Jake The Carneros Inn Napa Valley, California, USA A Napa Valley native, Jake began his career as sous chef at the venerable Domaine Chandon. Before his arrival at The Carneros Inn, he gained national acclaim as executive chef at The Lodge at Pebble Beach, organizing high-profile events such as the AT&T Pro Am Golf Tournament and the Concours d’Elegance. View Jefferey's full biography.


Michael Laiskonis Executive Pastry Chef Le Bernardin New York, USA As executive pastry chef at New York’s four-star Le Bernardin, Michael Laiskonis produces exquisite desserts that are an elegant balance of art and science. Awarded the title of Outstanding Pastry Chef of 2007 by the James Beard Foundation, he is celebrated for signature desserts that gracefully layer textures and flavors. View Michael's full biography.


Maurizio Quaranta La Speranza Farigliano, Italy In 1995 Maurizio opened his first restaurant, "Locanda dell'Angelo" near Cuneo, which gained positive recognition in national restaurant guides. In 2000 he opened his second restaurant, "Locanda del Pilone" near Alba, and was honored with his first Michelin star in 2002. View Maurizio's full biography.


Celina Tio The American Restaurant Kansas City, USA At just 23 Celina became Chef of the Grill Room at the Ritz-Carlton in Philadelphia. From there she moved to Orlando to work for Walt Disney World restaurants, before taking up her position at The American Restaurant in Kansas City, Missouri where she has matured into one the most outstanding chefs in the United States. View Celina's full biography.