Danish Michelin-starred chef to join World Gourmet Festival in Bangkok

Eric Kragh Vildgaard and Tina Kragh Vildgaaard have had alot of succes in Denmark

The 25th edition of the World Gourmet Festival will bring some of the world’s leading culinary talent to Bangkok this September, including Danish chef Eric Kragh Vildgaard from the two-Michelin-starred restaurant Jordnær in Copenhagen.

The festival, hosted by Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel from 22 to 28 September. In total, chefs from 16 Michelin-starred restaurants will take part, representing 22 stars between them.

Eric Kragh Vildgaard, known for combining Nordic simplicity with refined techniques will collaborate with German twin chefs Mathias and Thomas Sühring in a special dinner at the restaurant Spice Market. 

Eric Kragh Vildgaard founded Jordnær together with his wife Tina in 2017, transforming a modest suburban hotel restaurant north of Copenhagen into one of Denmark’s most acclaimed fine dining destinations. The restaurant has earned two Michelin stars and international recognition for its elegant, seafood-driven Nordic cuisine, while also ranking on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list.

The World Gourmet Festival is regarded as Thailand’s most prestigious culinary event, attracting international stars and local innovators alike.

About Alexander Vittrup

Journalist Alexander Christian Vittrup was employed at ScandAsia Magazine and Website for six months from August 2025 until January 2026. Circumstances beyond our control made it possible for us to keep him here also during the six months from February 2026 until July 2026 - making it a full year here.

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