The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences Welcomes Chef Thanakit Sangjan as Thai MasterChef at Spectra

Bringing a Taste of Thailand’s Finest to Spectra’s Distinguished Dining Experience

Gurugram, India - The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences, renowned as a Luxury Urban Sanctuary, is excited to announce Chef Thanakit Sangjan's arrival as the new Thai MasterChef at Spectra, the hotel’s celebrated all-day dining restaurant. With a rich background in crafting authentic Thai flavours, Chef Thanakit brings a fresh and exciting culinary experience to the table, enriching Spectra’s already preeminent offerings.

Spectra, with its 16,000-square-foot space and capacity for 225 guests, offers an immersive dining experience like no other. The restaurant’s design, featuring sparkling chandeliers and luxurious marble platforms, provides the perfect backdrop for Chef Thanakit culinary creations. With seven interactive culinary islands and private dining spaces, Spectra is already a beloved destination for food lovers seeking a worldly yet inviting atmosphere. Now, with Chef Thanakit at the core of its Thai offerings, diners can look forward to an even more spectacular experience.

The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences continues to be an exemplar of luxury dining, and Chef Sangjan’s arrival adds yet another layer of excellence to the hotel’s illustrious reputation.

Hailing from Bangkok, Thailand, Chef Thanakit has worked at some of the most distinguished hotels in the UAE and Thailand, where he perfected his craft. Most recently, he held the role of Chef de Partie at The Thai Kitchen, Park Hyatt Dubai, where his work helped shape the restaurant’s reputation for incredible Thai cuisine. His experience spans multiple prestigious locations, including Anantara Eastern Mangroves in Abu Dhabi and Saeng Restaurant in Thailand, making him a perfect fit for the dynamic culinary environment at Spectra.

In his new role, Chef Thanakit will be responsible for introducing authentic Thai cuisine across all areas of the hotel, including in-room dining, brunches, and even creating innovative Thai snacks for the bar. He will collaborate closely with other chefs to design Thai-inspired dishes for corporate and social events hosted in the hotel’s banquet spaces, offering guests an indelible experience with the savours of Thailand. Chef Thanakit’s vision for Thai cuisine at The Leela Ambience Gurugram is to curate a menu that serves authentic Thai dishes while also exploring regional specialities from various parts of Thailand.

Chef Thanakit is dedicated to creating a "home away from home" atmosphere for Thai guests at Spectra, ensuring they feel welcomed and comfortable. To further showcase the bold flavors of Thai cuisine, he will host a weekly Thai Night, inviting Indian guests to explore authentic tastes in a vibrant setting. As the leader of the Thai kitchen, Chef Thanakit blends traditional techniques with contemporary touches, elevating the menu with aromatic curries and bold stir-fries, offering a culinary experience that is both familiar and innovative.