Bengaluru, 2023 – The Leela Palace Bengaluru is thrilled to announce the appointment of award-winning Chef Piched Paoleng as the official Thai Chef of Zen, the luxurious pan-Asian restaurant nestled within the exquisite confines of The Leela Palace Bengaluru. With a culinary journey spanning over two decades and a multitude of accolades, Chef Paoleng brings his passion, expertise, and innovation to the heart of Bengaluru.

Hailing from Bangkok, Thailand, Chef Paoleng embarked on his culinary journey through formal education at the Hotel and Tourism Training Institute Authority and Ratchadorikanukuo High School. His foundation as a Japanese Chef was laid at The Emerald in Bangkok, followed by enriching experiences at The Four Seasons in Bangkok and a stint in Amman, Jordan, where he further honed his specialisation in Japanese cuisine.

Chef Piched Paoleng’s extraordinary career is a testament to his unwavering commitment to the art of cooking, as he seamlessly fuses traditional Thai and Japanese cuisines with contemporary global techniques. His exceptional skill and creativity have earned him a well-deserved reputation as an award-winning chef in the culinary world.

Throughout his illustrious career, Paoleng has been consistently dedicated to creating gastronomic masterpieces that leave an indelible mark on the palates and memories of his patrons. His unwavering commitment and culinary expertise have carved a lasting legacy in the world of fine dining.

 “I am thrilled to be back at Zen, The Leela Palace Bengaluru to bring my culinary expertise to the discerning diners. I look forward to creating unforgettable dining experiences at Zen. I hope that guests who dine with us at The Leela Palace enjoy indulging in the vivid Thai delicacies as much as I enjoy creating them.”

The Leela Palace Bengaluru, Chef Piched Paoleng

 “We are thrilled to welcome Chef Piched Paoleng back into The Leela Palace Bengaluru family. Chef Paoleng’s passion, innovation, and wealth of experience will undoubtedly elevate the dining experience at Zen, bringing exciting and authentic Thai flavours to our patrons.”

Pradeep Kandari, Executive Assistant Manager Food & Beverage, The Leela Palace Bengaluru

Guests at Zen can look forward to savouring Chef Piched Paoleng’s culinary creations, which promise to be a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, delivering exemplary dining experiences.

About Zen:

Zen is one of the restaurants in Bengaluru that lets you explore the exotic world of Asian cuisine. A thorough blend of light, space, symmetry, colour and movement, this Bengaluru restaurant has perfected the art of Japanese, Thai and Chinese cuisines. A trio of skilled chefs make Zen’s eclectic pan Asian selection possible. Take a bite of serenity. Walk into one of the most calming culinary experiences in one of the best fine-dining restaurants in the city.

Seating Capacity: 96 seats

Lunch served: 12:00 pm to 03.00 pm

Dinner served: 7.00 pm to 11.30 pm

Reservation number: +91 (80) 2521 1234

Location: Lobby Level of The Leela Palace Bengaluru

Child Policy: Family Restaurant

Dress Code: Business Attire or Smart Casuals

About The Leela Palace Bengaluru:

The Leela Palace Bengaluru is a decadent palace, nestled amidst nine acres of lush gardens featuring six floors of elegant and spacious 357 rooms and suites. Built in an art-deco form drawing inspiration from the architectural style of the Royal Palace of Mysore and the palaces of the Vijayanagar Empire, its copper domes, arches and ornate ceilings reflect the grandeur of palaces of a bygone era. The new hotel offers a host of restaurants, bars and

The Royal Club, a hotel within a hotel providing highly-personalised business and leisure services complemented by five daily meal presentations at The Royal Club Lounge. The hotel is in close proximity to business districts, the cosmopolitan 100ft road, Indiranagar with easy access to the city centre – MG Road.

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