Shaking up Bangkok’s food scene

Gastronomic delight awaits: A staff member waiting for diners to arrive at Chef Pam’s one Michelin-star restaurant Potong in the Chinatown area of Bangkok. — AFP

Thitid Tassanakajohn has a degree in economics from Thailand’s top university, but turned his back on a stable career in finance to launch a high-end restaurant in Bangkok – a city famed for its street food.

The 38-year-old, known as Chef Ton, is one of a group of top young cooks creating a buzz around fine dining in the capital, traditionally known for its affordable and spicy local fare.