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Award-winning restaurant nahm appoints chef Pim Techamuanvivit nahm at COMO Metropolitan Bangkok, one of the first Thai restaurants to be awarded with a Michelin star, is welcoming Pim Techamuanvivit

Launched under the guidance of David Thompson, nahm opened its doors in 2010 and quickly became one of Bangkok s most celebrated eateries, consistently rated in The World s 50 Best Restaurants and in

1 Award-winning restaurant nahm appoints chef Pim Techamuanvivit nahm at COMO Metropolitan Bangkok, one of the first Thai restaurants to be awarded with a Michelin star, is welcoming Pim Techamuanvivit to head up its kitchen making news as this multi-award-winning restaurant s first female chef. Launched under the guidance of David Thompson, nahm opened its doors in 2010 and quickly became one of Bangkok s most celebrated eateries, consistently rated in The World s 50 Best Restaurants and in Asia s 10 Best Restaurants. Chef Pim intends to uphold nahm s original roots in traditional Thai cuisine while also injecting her personal style and flavours to the menu. A Bangkok native, Pim gave up her Silicon Valley career to pursue her passion for cooking. Her blog Chez Pim was an instant success when it launched in 2003 and voted as one of the most influential food blogs in the world by The Guardian (UK). Pim realised her dream of becoming a chef in 2014 with the launch of her first restaurant Kin Khao in San Francisco, which won international acclaim. Kin Khao received its first Michelin star the following year. Pim attributes her cuisine to Thai culture and Thai women, who have a deep-rooted tradition in passing on their skills and recipes to the next generation. She is looking forward to developing closer relationships with farmers and artisan food producers across Thailand to ensure only the most exceptional produce makes it onto menus.

2 Pim Techamuanvivit says: I want diners who visit nahm to feel as though they ve been invited to the home of their Thai friends and to experience an authentic cuisine that s rich in flavours and cooked from the heart. General Manager Rohaan Chandra adds: We are very excited to introduce Pim to our guests as nahm continues its evolution at the forefront of authentic Thai cuisine. COMO Metropolitan Bangkok is celebrating the appointment of Chef Pim with the nahm Experience, which guarantees a table booking at nahm as well as an overnight stay. -ENDS- For more information and media enquiries, please contact: Dominique Backhouse Group PR Manager - Asia dominique.backhouse@comohotels.com Juttayapand Rojnchinnont Regional PR Manager, COMO Metropolitan Bangkok juttayapand.rojnchinnont@comohotels.com About COMO Metropolitan Bangkok The COMO Metropolitan Bangkok, located on South Sathorn Road, enjoys close proximity to Bangkok s business and shopping districts as well as the famed urban nightlife of this eastern style capital. The Sky Train, which conveniently connects the city centre, is a short walk away. The hotel has 169 rooms, including four penthouse suites and a two-bedroom presidential fiefdom. All interiors are defined by subtle and elegant contemporary design offering indulgent, cosseting comfort with bespoke, intuitive service. The Met Bar, a stylish lounge-style bar serves a comprehensive selection of Martini cocktails and frequently hosts live music events. nahm restaurant specialises in world class authentic Thai cuisine whilst glow delivers COMO Shambhala Cuisine s organic, healthful dishes, including juice and vegetable extracts. Relaxation is available at COMO Shambhala Urban Escape, comprising holistic Asian-inspired treatments such as Thai massage and Reflexology, a fully equipped, state-of-the-art gym, yoga studio and 25 metre outdoor

3 pool. About the COMO Group and COMO Hotels and Resorts The COMO Group, headquartered in Singapore, represents Christina Ong s unique vision of contemporary living. The COMO Group encompasses the hospitality collection known as COMO Hotels and Resorts, the international luxury fashion retailer Club 21, the awardwinning wellness concept COMO Shambhala, and the philanthropic COMO Foundation. COMO Hotels and Resorts offers personalised luxury travel experiences through individualised service, commitment to holistic wellness and award-winning cuisine. Each hotel is developed in response to the destination it inhabits, including COMO The Halkin in London, COMO The Treasury in Perth, Australia, and three COMO Metropolitan hotels in London, Bangkok and Miami Beach. COMO s resort portfolio encompasses COMO Parrot Cay in the Turks and Caicos, COMO Cocoa Island, and COMO Maalifushi in the Maldives, COMO Point Yamu in Phuket, Thailand, and four COMO Uma experience resorts in Bali and Bhutan, including the newest resort, opened 2018, COMO Uma Canggu. COMO also manages, in partnership with COMO s sister brand in wellness, COMO Shambhala Estate in Bali. This flagship wellness retreat offers an integrated and immersive restorative experience that enables real and lasting improvements to one s health. COMO Shambhala products, services, cuisine, treatments and spa facilities are available within every COMO hotel and resort. Young guests are also encouraged to enjoy COMO s renowned service, design, cuisine and approach to wellness, through our Play by COMO. This approach is our way of delivering personalised family experiences. Play by COMO is available at COMO Maalifushi, COMO Parrot Cay, COMO Point Yamu and COMO Uma Canggu, with dedicated Play Spaces available.

4 City Hotels: COMO Hotels and Resorts urban properties include COMO The Halkin in London s Belgravia, the COMO Metropolitan hotels in London, Bangkok and Miami Beach, and a city hotel in Perth, Australia, called COMO The Treasury. All five hotels feature award-winning chefs, a contemporary aesthetic and exceptional service. Resorts: COMO s private resorts offer a range of water-based excursions, including fly fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkelling and some of the world s best diving and surfing. To this we add island adventures and cultural trips, like bike rides and temple visits. COMO Point Yamu on the island of Phuket in Thailand combines contemporary style with dramatic views overlooking the Andaman Sea and limestones of Phang Nga Bay. The understated style and laid-back nature of COMO Parrot Cay in the Turks and Caicos, COMO Cocoa Island and COMO Maalifushi in the Maldives belie the exacting service that has become a COMO hallmark. World-class cuisine and holistic wellness treatments at our COMO Shambhala Retreats complete COMO s approach to a perfect beach holiday. The COMO Uma properties in Bhutan and Bali introduce the rich cultural heritage and local traditions that are unique to these dramatic destinations. Specialist guiding, treks and tours, physical activities and tailor-made programmes ensure memorable insights into some of the world s most pristine locations. The COMO Uma properties include COMO Uma Ubud in Bali s cultural heartland, COMO Uma Canggu on the island s south coast complete with a new COMO Beach Club and in Bhutan, tucked into two distinct Himalayan valleys, COMO Uma Paro, and COMO Uma Punakha. All the Uma lodges reference local design and cuisine while providing an unmistakably COMO experience. Wellness Destination: COMO Shambhala Estate in Bali is a sanctuary for holistic wellness. Expert staff are goal-oriented, relevant and realistic in their consultative approach. Each guest s individual needs and ambitions determine the programme of nutrition, exercise, therapies and activities, while facilities and tropical villa-style

5 accommodation are impeccably appointed. All of this is set in a rich and auspicious clearing, above Bali s beautiful Ayung River. Follow our adventures on or chat to us on our Facebook page.

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