The Michelin-starred French fine-dining restaurant, Blue by Alain Ducasse at ICONSIAM in Bangkok, has earned three prestigious accolades from Thailand’s Favourite Restaurants 2023, solidifying its place among the top three most recognised restaurants in the country. Executive Chef Wilfrid Hoquet received the coveted 'Chef of the Year' award, while Blue by Alain Ducasse was named 'Thailand's Best,' and General Manager Giovanni Pitton was honoured with the 'Excellence in Service' award.
Thailand’s Favourite Restaurants, founded by KOKTAIL, a leading gastronomy and lifestyle media based in Bangkok, aims to acknowledge culinary excellence in Thailand and celebrate the dedicated contributions of restaurants, chefs, and hospitality industry professionals that have elevated Thailand as a global culinary destination.
The Thailand's Favourite Restaurants 2023-2024 Awards ceremony took place in October 2023 at Parc Paragon, Siam Paragon. The event was graced by esteemed guests, including Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt and The Tourism Authority of Thailand’s Deputy Governor of Marketing and Communications Nithee Seeprae. The award ceremony was presided over by KOKTAIL Founder Nigel Okins, Thailand’s Favourite Restaurants Project Director Christopher Watson, and attended by prominent chefs, restaurant owners, and members of the hospitality industry.
Blue by Alain Ducasse emerged as one of the top three restaurants to receive the most recognitions from Thailand’s Favourite Restaurants 2023-2024, amassing a total of three awards. Executive Chef Wilfrid Hoquet was bestowed with the prestigious 'Chef of the Year' accolade. Over the course of four years, Chef Hoquet has played an instrumental role in Blue by Alain Ducasse's success, earning its first Michelin Star in its inaugural year of 2009 and maintaining it for three consecutive years. With over nine years of collaboration alongside world-renowned chef Alain Ducasse, Chef Wilfrid Hoquet is celebrated for his gastronomic excellence and unique creative approach to French cuisine, delivering a meticulous balance of subtle flavours and simplified presentation enriched with carefully crafted details.
In addition to his culinary prowess, Chef Wilfrid Hoquet has been pivotal in fostering a thriving culinary network, facilitating the exchange of knowledge and experiences among leading chefs and restaurants, both in Thailand and internationally. Collaborations with chefs from Singapore, Japan, and Taiwan, such as Claudine, Crony, and HOLTS, exemplify the richness of Thailand's fine-dining scene.
Blue by Alain Ducasse's 'Thailand's Best' award acknowledges the restaurant's multi-dimensional excellence, encompassing food quality, ambiance, overall experience, and service. This award reflects the dedication of all members of Blue by Alain Ducasse, known as #PeopleofBlue. Furthermore, Restaurant General Manager Giovanni Pitton received the 'Excellence in Service' award. With a distinguished career spanning various esteemed establishments within the Ducasse universe, Pitton's unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional service ensures that each visit to Blue by Alain Ducasse is a truly memorable experience.
For further information about Blue by Alain Ducasse, please visit https://www.blue-alainducasse.com/.
