Saffron Grill launches at Banyan Tree Bangkok with Smoke, Spice and Sustainability taking centre stage The latest addition to the Saffron portfolio puts fire-driven menus at the center of the experience

Banyan Tree Bangkok has launched Saffron Grill, a new dining destination dedicated to fire-driven Thai cuisine and the newest chapter in the hotel’s Saffron portfolio. The opening expands the Saffron family, joining Saffron, Saffron Sky Garden, and the Saffron Cruise on the Chao Phraya River, with a concept centred on Thailand’s grilling traditions reimagined through modern technique and deep cultural roots.

Saffron Grill’s design follows the Fleur and Flame concept, where nature and fire exist in quiet balance. Fleur reflects Thailand’s deep ties to flora, ritual, and craftsmanship, while Flame embodies movement, energy, and the primal spirit of Thai cooking, shaping an atmosphere that feels contemporary yet culturally rooted. Moreover, sustainability underpins every aspect of the experience, from sourcing to waste reduction. The restaurant works closely with Thai farmers and local producers, including Klong Phai chicken, river fish from Nakhon Sawan, and seed growers in Chiang Mai.

Built around three guiding pillars – Smoke, Spice, and Sustainability – Saffron Grill’s kitchen runs on a no- gas philosophy, relying instead on charcoal, firewood, and craft, while the menu is shaped by both flame and time, pairing live-fire cooking with processes such as brining, curing, fermenting, and dry aging to intensify flavor and refine texture.

A Four-Hands Cantonese Culinary Collaboration Returns to Banyan Tree Bangkok

After a highly acclaimed debut last year, Banyan Tree Bangkok is thrilled to welcome back its special four-hands Cantonese collaboration — an extraordinary dining affair uniting two culinary virtuosos. Chef Wong from Hotel ICON in Hong Kong and Chef Simon from Banyan Tree Bangkok’s renowned Bai Yun restaurant will once again join forces to craft an exceptional eight-course menu that promises to enchant the palate.

From 18–20 September, guests are invited to experience this exclusive three-night engagement where tradition meets innovation. The two chefs will combine their mastery of Cantonese cuisine with modern techniques, creating a menu that celebrates time-honoured flavours elevated with premium local ingredients and contemporary flair.

Menu highlights include:

• Trio of Starters – “Baiyun” Roasted Pork Belly, Chilled Razor Clam with Sea King Dressing, and Premium XO Sauce with Pen Shell.

• Baked Mud Crab – a Hong Kong classic with Above & Beyond Chef Wong Recipe.

• Steamed Wild Coral Grouper with Roasted Yellow Pepper Sauce.

• Baiyun Signature Braised Whole Abalone with Hong Kong Egg Noodles.

Chef Wong, Executive Chinese Chef at the Michelin-recommended harbour view restaurant, Above & Beyond at Hotel ICON, is celebrated for his refined Cantonese creations that balance authenticity with inventive touches.

Chef Simon Kin Man Kwok, Bai Yun’s resident Cantonese Chef since 2021, brings a lifelong passion for the art of Chinese cuisine, delighting guests from the 59th floor with signature specialties and exquisite presentations.

This limited-edition dining experience is priced at THB 2,999 per person and is available for three nights only, 18–20 September.

For more information and reservations please contact 0 2679 1200 or email hostesses-bangkok@banyantree.com

Banyan Tree Celebrates International Women’s Day with A Week-Long Women in Hospitality 2025 Event

Banyan Tree Bangkok proudly announces the return of Women in Hospitality 2025 (WIH), an extraordinary food and beverage event celebrating excellence in mixology, culinary artistry, and service. Taking place from March 1st to 8th, 2025 across the hotel’s renowned outlets, this inspiring initiative showcases some of the industry’s finest talents.

Launched in 2019, Women in Hospitality has evolved into an annual celebration coinciding with International Women’s Day. More than a tribute to these remarkable women, the event serves a greater purpose—raising funds for the Halfway Home for Women Foundation, a local nonprofit supporting underprivileged women. As part of its commitment to social responsibility, Banyan Tree Bangkok will donate 30% of the event’s proceeds to the foundation.

Jen Queen of Pontiac 

The week-long celebration features an exciting lineup of immersive experiences, starting with a series of bartender takeovers at Moon Bar. Guests will enjoy expertly crafted cocktails from an incredible roster of female mixologists, including internationally acclaimed, community and inclusivity-focused Jen Queen of Pontiac whose co-owned Hong Kong based bar ranked among Asia’s 50 Best for seven consecutive years.

Subunnga “Gwang” Churhorm 

Joining the headliners are homegrown talents like Subunnga “Gwang” Churhorm from Banyan Tree Bangkok’s own Vertigo TOO, Pimnapa “Ink” Plongkong from Tin Tapas Bar at Banyan Tree Phuket, Natrucha “Plai” Satthaphon from Bangkok’s beloved tiki bar Tropic City, Wachiraya “Bell” Banpot from Wasteland where sustainability is central to cocktail creation, and Vietnamese-born, Bangkok-based Julie Nguyen from the award-winning Opium Bar.

The celebration culminates on March 8th with the highly anticipated 8 Hands Dinner aboard the iconic Saffron Cruise. As the cruise glides along the majestic Chao Phraya River, guests will savor an exquisite eight-course menu curated by four of the culinary scene’s most celebrated female chefs:

• Niyati Rao (Ekaa, Mumbai) – A culinary visionary reshaping India’s fine dining landscape with her globally influenced expertise that lands her restaurant on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list.

Embark on a Culinary Experience at Banyan Tree Bangkok’s ‘Taste of Hakuba: A Gastronomic Journey to Japan’

Banyan Tree Bangkok invites you to indulge in a unique dining experience, ‘Taste of Hakuba: A Gastronomic Journey to Japan’, from 20 – 22 October 2023. This exclusive culinary artistry features an array of exquisite premium produce from Japan with a sophisticated touch.

Prepare to be mesmerised by a gastronomic journey through a 7-course menu masterfully crafted by Chef Hideki Nagaya, an executive chef at Kanolly Resort, Japan. With over two decades of expertise, Chef Hideki has honed his skills to perfection working at globally acclaimed dining establishments such as Narisawa, a two-Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant, and L’Effervescence, an upscale three-Michelin-starred French-inspired Japanese restaurant.

Immerse yourself in an epicurean adventure of Japanese cuisine with French influences meticulously designed to showcase a harmonious symphony of traditional technique and innovative flair on a plate. Savoury highlights of the journey include lobster bisque royale with herbal infused; cold noodles with sake and hot sea urchin gratin; a delectable main course of Miyazaki wagyu beef steak infused with aromatic smoke.

Don’t miss this extraordinary evening of gastronomy. The ‘Taste of Hakuba’ is priced at THB 4,990++ per person. Elevate your dining experience with a premium sake-wine pairing for just an additional THB 1,599++ per person. Enjoy Chef Hideki’s culinary creations at Vertigo TOO (60th floor), Banyan Tree Bangkok, from 20–22 October 2023, from 7.30 p.m. onwards.

For more information and reservations, please call +66 2679 1200 or email hostesses-bangkok@banyantree.com

Banyan Tree Bangkok is delighted to announce the appointment of Christoph Trocker as the new Executive Chef.

In his role as Executive Chef, Chef Christoph oversees the culinary excellence throughout the hotel. From the range of gourmet restaurants offering everything from Thai fine dining, international and Asian gastronomic experiences to Bangkok’s iconic roof top bar and restaurant, as well as banqueting facilities and the two dining cruises Apsara and Saffron Cruise. At Banyan Tree Bangkok guests are truly able to find a suitable dining venue for every occasion.

Chef Christoph is a seasoned professional who has worked with some of the world’s most prestigious hotel brands, including Jumeirah and Hyatt. Chef Christoph discovered his love for culinary arts early in his teens and received his degree in 1997. He began his career in his homeland Austria, followed by Switzerland and Germany, before continuing his journey to more far-flung destinations and finally taking his career path east where he also perfected his skills in fine dining.

Chef Christoph also supervised banquets and wedding receptions with over 3,400 square meters of event space, and further gained incredible experience in this field during his work in Shenzhen and Shanghai in China.

Prior to joining Banyan Tree Bangkok, Chef Christoph led the team at Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort Bangkok, where he successfully ran four restaurants with high passion. With nearly three decades of experience in the culinary industry, Chef Christoph is sure to bring a wealth of expertise to the team and memorable dining experiences to the guests.

Nadodi’s Engaging Nomadic Cuisine Pops Up at Banyan Tree Bangkok

Nadodi will take over Vertigo TOO and conjure magical nights with 9 amazing courses of Nomadic Cuisine happening in September. Awarded as one of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2021 and 2022, as well as 50 Best Discovery, by the prestigious and globally respected restaurant and bar guides The World’s 50 Best, Nadodi is the gastronomic powerhouse that has taken Kuala Lumpur by storm. Nadodi reinvents familiar South Indian flavours found in Malaysia and Singapore and presents them as an experiential experience that is an invigorating adventure for the senses.

Nadodi’s much acclaimed cuisine will be available exclusively at Vertigo TOO on 23^rd and 24^th September 2022 only with a showcase of an indulgent 9-mile culinary journey.

The 9-course set menu is attractively priced at THB 4,900++ or THB 6,900++ per person.

15% Early Bird Privilege for reservations confirmed and guaranteed on or before 15 September 2022.

Seating is limited; reservations for this exclusive gastronomic experience are essential. Book now at hostesses-bangkok@banyantree.com or call 02 679 1200.

The Season of Mooncakes  2021 

Celebrate the auspicious Mid-Autumn Festival with Banyan Tree Bangkok’s exquisite and legendary medley of handcrafted baked mooncakes. Specially curated for the 2021 season are flavours such as the all-time bestseller Durian, and favourites like Assorted Nuts, Lotus Seeds and Jujube & Walnut. These delicacies are presented in elegant ruby packaging with ornate motifs of the Lotus flower, representing perfection and purity of the mind and body.

Banyan Tree mooncakes are the perfect gift to wish prosperity and happiness during the Mid-Autumn season. 

Thai Baht 208.- per piece

Thai Baht 588.- for a classic set of 2 mooncakes
Thai Baht 988.- for a classic set of 4 mooncakes
Thai Baht 888.- for a set of 8-mini custard mooncakes
Thai Baht 1,888.- for a limited edition 8 mooncakes luxury set

These delectable delicacies are available from:

8 August – 21 September 2021 available at Romsai
2 – 21 September 2021 available at Siam Paragon
7 – 21 September 2021 available at The EmQuartier and The Mall Bangkae
14 – 21 September 2021 available at Samyan Mitrtown

*Custom branding for Corporate Orders is available on request, except for the promotional box of 8 mini custard mooncakes.

For more information and reservations please contact:   0 2679 1200

Banyan Tree Bangkok launched its food delivery service

Banyan Tree Bangkok has taken your home-dining experience to the next level introducing a delivery service direct to your doorstep.

While people are staying at home, Banyan Tree Bangkok are making sure that their guests still can enjoy their favourite dishes without leaving the safety of their laidback couch. Beginning this April, a mouth-watering selection of specialties from our award winning Vertigo, Bai Yun and Saffron, and our cafe Goodies, will be ready to be served at your door including Beef Angus Tenderloin Steak served with Herb Potatoes, Grilled Vegetable, Bordelaise Sauce from Vertigo; the original Peking Duck from Bai Yun; hot and spicy Thai Tom Yum Soup with Tiger Prawn from Saffron and various sweet treats. Prices start at only THB 165net per dish. The delivery service will be available from 11a.m. – 8 p.m., free of charge within Sathorn, Silom and Narathiwat. To ensure your order gets fulfilled in just a few clicks, we are also on Line Man application. In addition, drive-through pick up at the hotel is still an option.

For orders or inquiries, please call Banyan Tree Bangkok at Tel: +66 2679 1200

Banyan Tree Bangkok Hosts Sri Lankan Seafood Innovator Dharshan Munidasa

Banyan Tree Bangkok, in collaboration with Thai Airways Sri Lanka, is delighted in announcing an exclusive, limited-time appearance by guest chef Dharshan Munidasa. The Sri Lankan seafood and Japanese cuisine expert makes Vertigo TOO the venue for his final and much anticipated pop-up in Bangkok.

One of the most famous personalities in Sri Lanka, the renowned celebrity chef, TV host and restaurateur is best known for having founded some of Sri Lanka’s most successful restaurants, garnering not a little admiration, accolades and awards. In 1995 he launched, Nihonbashi, which offers fine Japanese cuisine that uniquely mingles local ingredients with Japanese culinary artistry. Then 2011 saw Chef Dharshan open the enduringly-popular Ministry of Crab, an eatery dedicated to Sri Lanka’s world famous lagoon crabs.

Both restaurants bear the distinction of being the only names from Sri Lanka to have appeared on “Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants List” each year since 2015. Ministry of Crab ranked 29^th on the list’s 2017 edition, with Nihonbashi at number 49.

Bringing his singular cooking talents to the kitchens of the Vertigo Too—Banyan Tree’s 60^th-floor view lounge and restaurant—for just three days starting 9 August, Chef Dharshan will be offering a 4-course menu featuring a selection of his signature crab and prawn dishes. At 3,800++ per person, the menu features the highlight Pepper Crab, a sharing dish which makes ample use of the piquant corns; a creamy Crab Liver Pâté on toast starter; the risotto-like Baked Crab; and Garlic Chili Prawn cooked in olive oil.

His signature approach to cooking with which he has put Sri Lanka on the world culinary map, along with his masterful use of Japanese cooking philosophy earned him the 2017 Business Today Passionate Award, as well as the (Japanese) Minister’s Award for Overseas Promotion of Japanese Food in 2014 for his contributions to Japanese culture.

Chef Dharshan is a sought-after guest chef owing to his diverse knowledge of the culinary arts and the meticulous attention to detail that goes into all his creations. Some of the organisations which have recently hosted him include the World Gourmet Summit, Singapore; The Shard, London and The Hong Kong Jockey Club.

4-course Seafood Menu by Chef Dharshan Munidasa
THB 3,800++ per person
9-11 August 2018
at Vertigo TOO 

For more information and reservations please contact:   0 2679 1200