2025 Bangkok Chef Charity Fundraising Gala Luncheon Raises 22 Million Baht in Support of the Debaratana Vejjanukula Foundation Under the Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn at The Peninsula Bangkok
The 2025 Bangkok Chef Charity Fundraising Gala Luncheon, graced by Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, recently took place with great elegance and grandeur at the Sakuntala Ballroom, The Peninsula Bangkok.
Now in its 12th year, the prestigious event is organised by Nuntiya Intralib, Managing Director of Jivanand Co., Ltd., in collaboration with 29 renowned chefs from leading hotels in Bangkok and Hong Kong, including chefs from Michelin-starred restaurants. The annual gala seeks to foster a spirit of giving and social contribution through an extraordinary culinary experience.
This year's event raised an impressive Baht 22 million through ticket sales and generous donations, with all proceeds being presented to Her Royal Highness in support of the Debaratana Vejjanukula Foundation, under her patronage. Notably, all funds raised were directed toward the Foundation, with no deductions for event expenses.
The specially curated 10-course gourmet menu was a stunning display of traditional and innovative culinary techniques. Dishes included Australian grain-fed lamb with shawarma spices, steamed Hokkaido scallops stuffed with shiitake mushrooms, lobster soup, and salmon topped with caviar, among other delights.
During the fundraising session, Her Royal Highness graciously prepared and presented a plate of Royal Som Tum (Papaya Salad) to each of the 35 donors who contributed to the charitable cause.
Among the top donors were Ms. Supaluck Umpujh of The Mall Group (Baht 10 million), Ch. Karnchang - CK Power (Baht 2 million), and several others who contributed Baht 1 million each, including Mr. Gopal Jagota of Jagota Brothers Trading, Mr. Luca Bernardinetti, President of GFour Food & Beverage Co., Ltd., and Ms. Wichayarat Sirikulert of Mark Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
A particularly memorable moment of this year's event was the display of grand, intricately designed cakes created by various companies, hotels, and high-profile individuals, celebrating the 70th Birthday Anniversary of Her Royal Highness. The impressive collection of cakes was showcased in the lobby of The Peninsula Bangkok.
In addition to the culinary wonders, birthday songs were sung in honour of Her Royal Highness by chefs, mini chefs, and students from Chitrlada School.
The 2025 Bangkok Chef Charity Fundraising Gala Luncheon is proudly supported by numerous sponsors, including Jagota Brothers Trading Co., Ltd., Evian Natural Mineral Water, GFour Food & Beverage Co., Ltd., Clement Design Thailand (which provided exclusive chef attire for the event), Foie Gras Queen, Lucaris, Phadthai.co, Krungthep Light Orchestra, R.P. Media Group Co., Ltd., Soontorn Film Co., Ltd., The Front Row, and Krinbourne Kommunications Co., Ltd.
The 2025 Bangkok Chef Charity event once again showcased a seamless blend of gastronomy, philanthropy, and royal patronage, reaffirming its status as a prestigious annual gathering committed to making a significant impact on society.