4 days ago
Bangkok Chefs Gather To Raise Funds For Meals For Myanmar
A tasting menu for two persons (plus beverage pairings) at the first and only three-Michelin-starred Thai restaurant in the world, Sorn in Bangkok, is one of the experiences guests can bid for—with all proceeds benefiting Meals for Myanmar
Myanmar's devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake last March 28 has resulted in over 3,700 deaths, more than 5,000 injured individuals and approximately 200,000 left homeless. With monsoon season encroaching on the region, there is a critical window to provide shelter before the rains make it nearly impossible.
Bangkok Foodies, a media platform and online foodie community, founded by Samantha Proyrungtong, launched Meals for Myanmar (#Meals4Myanmar on social media), a heartfelt campaign to help rebuild lives after the devastation. Proyrungtong has a deep appreciation for the country, having previously visited in 2017 and fondly remembers 'exploring Yangon's culinary and beverage scene via rickshaw, the Shan State countryside and cruising the magical Inle Lake, with the charm and warmth of the people [leaving] a lasting mark on me.'
They have partnered with some of Thailand's most celebrated chefs, culinary professionals and establishments— many Michelin-starred and ranked on Asia's 50 Best Restaurants— to create special dining experiences with every baht raised going directly to trusted rebuilding efforts on the ground in collaboration with Sonne.
Some of these experiences include: tasting menus for two persons inclusive of beverage pairings; private chef interactions; off-menu surprises; artisanal baskets; winery tours; and food content creation.
Meals for Myanmar follows a social media-online auction format. Vouchers are dropped progressively on the Bangkok Foodies Instagram and Facebook channels. When a voucher is live, interested parties are invited to place their bids in the comments of the Instagram/ Facebook posts (until the deadline stated). Bidding starts at 1000 THB, with 200 THB minimum increments. Winners will be contacted by the Bangkok Foodies team to arrange payment and connect the buyer with the vendor.
Some of the confirmed participating chefs and restaurants include:
Other offerings include a winery tour by GranMonte Vineyard and Winery; a professional food video production by Turquoise Truck; a professional food photoshoot by Diego Arenas; a Thai Cheese and Charcuterie gourmet basket by Vivin café grocery bistro; private chef classes by Hanuman Aspler of Thaifoodmaster; and a two-night stay and Chef's Tasting Dinner for two at The Siam Hotel Bangkok (worth over 100,000 THB).
A two-night at the signature pool villa at The Siam Bangkok, ranked on the World's 50 Best Hotels, is also on offer, which also includes a chef's tasting menu for two.
For more information— including which experiences are going live soon and which ones are sold— visit the Bangkok Foodies website.
