JEAN-MICHEL LORAIN
Owner of the Michelin-starred La Côte Saint Jacques restaurant and hotel in Burgundy, Chef Jean-Michel Lorain is widely regarded as one of France’s most highly respected chefs. Teaming up with his father, Michel, he continued the family legacy started by his grandmother, an esteemed chef in her own right. Together, they earned the restaurant its first two Michelin stars in 1971 and 1976, with a third star awarded in 1986, marking the success of the father-son duo. Jean-Michel’s commitment and enthusiasm in providing his guests with outstanding fare, transforming each meal into a culinary journey for the senses, have upheld these exemplary standards to this day.
THAWATCHAI SAENGSUPAVIJITKUL
Chef Thawatchai Saengsupavijitkul is the Executive Chef at J’AIME by Jean-Michel Lorain, where he has spent 10 years blending Thai flavors with French cuisine. Originally from Thailand, he focuses on using exceptional local ingredients to enhance classic French dishes. Throughout his career, he refined his skills alongside talented chefs, mastering French techniques while staying true to his Thai roots. Today, as Executive Chef, he continues to innovate by using high-quality, local Thai products while maintaining the rigor and elegance of French culinary traditions. His dishes highlight the purity of these ingredients, offering a modern, elegant dining experience that is deeply connected to his heritage.