Young Chef Toward Global Standard & Cultural Power - Pruek Sumpantaworaboot I Time to Talk EP.75

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 06, 2026

These days, being a chef isn’t just about cooking delicious food. It’s about competing globally, mastering international standards, and knowing how to represent your culture with confidence.

We sat down with Chef Pruek Sumpantaworaboot. Having studied at the prestigious Institut Paul Bocuse in France and later coaching top talents on Iron Chef Thailand, Chef Pruek understands both sides of the culinary coin.

From surviving the brutal pressure of a 2-Michelin-starred kitchen as a foreigner to shaping the next generation of chefs, 

How do we prepare young Thai chefs to compete internationally? 

What mindset needs to shift regarding consistency and food safety?

Tune in to the full interview to find out what it really takes to reach the top.