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Renowned Australian Chef Shane Delia is bringing his innovative Middle Eastern cuisine to Bangkok from 17 October 2024 for a limited engagement of seven exclusive dinners. Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok has the honour of hosting a unique dining experience in collaboration with Melbourne’s acclaimed Maha restaurant and its chef.

Shane Delia, an award-winning chef known for his media presence, television appearances and role as brand ambassador and director of the Delia group – which includes the renowned Maha restaurant – is set to dazzle Bangkok’s culinary scene. Under his stewardship, Maha has earned the prestigious Chef’s Hat award, recognised for its inventive reinterpretation of Middle Eastern cuisine. Maha celebrates its rich culinary heritage with contemporary twists, embodying the concept of ‘Unrestricted Middle Eastern Cuisine’. Chef Delia’s expertise in modernising ancient dishes with world-class ingredients promises a dining experience unlike any other.

One of Chef Shane Delia’s key goals is to demonstrate that Middle Eastern flavours can be presented in innovative and contemporary ways. His Bangkok menu will showcase the versatility and excellence of Middle Eastern cuisine, offering a unique blend of traditional and modern elements.

The exclusive six-course menu starts with an appetiser plate featuring a Middle Eastern welcome board with creative twists. The first course, ‘Hiramasa Kingfish Crudo’, includes charred pineapple tabbouleh and house-made harissa. The second course, ‘Macaroon Bil Toum’, consists of Lebanese garlic dumplings with Hokkaido scallops and pine nut burnt butter, marrying Middle Eastern flavours with modern gastronomic techniques.

The fish course features ‘Roasted Coral Trout’, accompanied by spiced Shirazi and orange reduction, blending contemporary flavours from various regions. The main course, ‘Dry-aged Duck Breast’, is a sophisticated dish requiring expert cooking techniques to perfect.

This unique dining experience concludes with a dessert of beetroot, white chocolate, watermelon, rosewater and peppermint crisp milk chocolate ice cream.

“It is an honour for my team and me to collaborate with Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok on this culinary venture. Thailand is renowned for its food, and showcasing our Bangkok edition of Maha here is a dream come true. This event will offer a playful yet flavourful Middle Eastern experience unlike anything you have tried before,” said Chef Shane Delia.

The ‘Chef Shane Delia Pop-up Restaurant’ is open for seven dinners from 17 to 23 October 2024, starting from 17:00. The price is THB 5,200++ per person, with an optional wine pairing available at THB 3,500++ per person. Please note that prices are subject to a 10% service charge and 7% government tax.

For more information or to make a reservation, please contact the hotel dining at +66 (0) 2 162 9000, email dining.siambangkok@kempinski.com 

About Chef Shane Delia

Shane Delia is an award-winning chef and entrepreneur with a prominent media presence. His diverse roles include television presenter, print contributor, author, charity spokesperson and brand ambassador. For the past decade, he has hosted the popular and top-rated Australian lifestyle and travel programme Postcards. Chef Delia has also created three of his own television series: Spice Journey, Recipe for Life and Middle East Feast. His restaurant portfolio includes Maha, a flagship Australian dining institution known for its innovative take on Mediterranean cuisine. Maha redefines traditional Middle Eastern dishes through modern dining techniques.

About Maha

Maha is a celebrated Australian dining institution with a 16-year legacy. The restaurant has consistently earned accolades, including a chef’s hat since its inception in 2008. Known for its iconic Middle Eastern food identity, Maha offers an ‘Unrestricted Middle Eastern Dining’ experience. This style allows Maha to honour the culinary traditions of the Levant, Moorish, Arabic, Persian and Ottoman empires while embracing a modern Australian twist. Maha is renowned as one of the premier dining establishments in the Australian food scene.