The House on Sathorn at W Bangkok brings Cross Culture back, inviting you to experience a vibrant series of culinary and mixology artistry. This edition of the series spotlight on the rich and colorful culture of the South Korea.
Savor the culinary creations from chef Steven, Director of Culinary from W Bangkok and chef Warat and Chef Soohyun Lee from Liana, Bangkok available at Paii from 7PM – 11PM.
Chef Steven Kim
W Bangkok
Born from early memories of helping his mother cook during Korea’s most cherished festivals, Chef Steven’s passion for food is deeply rooted in family, tradition, and shared celebration. Surrounded by
the aromas of braised meats, sizzling pancakes, and bustling kitchens, he learned early on that food is both culture and connection. His culinary journey has been shaped by working across diverse regions and alongside passionate teams, drawing inspiration from people, places, and timeless classics. Today, as Director of Culinary at W Bangkok, Chef Kim is committed to sustainability, responsible sourcing, and supporting local vendors returning to the fundamentals of cooking that nourish family, community, and future generations.
Chef Warat & Chef Soohyun Lee
Liana, Bangkok
Chef Warat Areerom (Chef Bic)
Chef Bic leads the kitchen at Liana Bangkok, blending contemporary French technique with the vibrant flavours of Thailand. He oversees all aspects of the kitchen, from menu creation to operations
and team leadership.Trained at Le Cordon Bleu Bangkok and Tante Marie Culinary Academy in London, and holding a Master’s degree in Hospitality Management from the University of West London, Chef Bic has worked in acclaimed kitchens including Marcus at The Berkeley, Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester, and Core by Clare Smyth. Guided by his Thai heritage, his cuisine is light, seasonal, and expressive, celebrating local produce while honouring French precision.
Chef Soohyun Lee
Chef Soohyun Lee, originally from Korea, brings global experience and artistic sensitivity to Liana Bangkok, working alongside Head Chef Bic to shape the restaurant’s pastry program. Trained at Tante Marie Culinary Academy in London, she refined her craft at Marcus at The Berkeley and The Arts Club. Her desserts blend classical technique with seasonal influences, local Thai ingredients, and subtle Korean elements, creating elegant, emotionally resonant finishes to the dining experience.
In addition to the savory offerings, guests can indulge in exquisite cocktails from renowned Korean bar and mixologist at Bar Sathorn from 8PM – 12AM.
JJ LIM
Le Chamber, Seoul (#50 Asia’s 50 Best Bars)
Le Chamber is a world-renowned cocktail bar celebrated for its sophisticated
approach to classic elegance and hidden-speakeasy charm. The bar has become a global
reference point for how luxury and impeccable technique can coexist behind the bar. JJ Lim pushes the boundaries of cocktail craftsmanship by transforming premium spirits, house-made infusions, and artisanal ingredients into refined, complex drinks. With its grand, library inspired setting and world-class service philosophy, Le Chamber represents the pinnacle of modern bartending in Asia. Under JJ Lim’s direction, each cocktail tells a story of precision, elegance, and artistry—shaping a bar experience that is as timeless as it is memorable.
SOKO SON
Soko, Seoul (#54 Asia’s 50 Best Bars)
Soko is a premier cocktail destination renowned for its meticulous attention to craft and its elegant fusion of 1920s glamour with modern Korean refinement. The bar has earned international acclaim for its “quiet luxury” approach and its status as a temple to classic bartending. Soko Son pushes the boundaries of cocktail craftsmanship by blending Eastern and Western influences, transforming traditional spirits and unique house-made tinctures into perfectly balanced, narrative-driven drinks. His style is characterized by harmonious choreography and precision, where every gesture. With its warm, wood-carved interiors and world-class hospitality, Soko represents the heart of Seoul’s contemporary bar culture. Under Soko Son’s direction, each cocktail tells a story of ritual and artistry, shaping a bar experience that is as sophisticated as it is welcoming.
Apart from its culinary offerings, W Bangkok also celebrates the arts, showcasing works from Artist.
GI-OK JEON
Korean Artist
Born in Seoul, Gi-ok Jeon is currently based in Bangkok. She holds a BFA in Oriental Painting from Duksung Women’s University, Seoul, and an MFA in Chinese Painting from the Central Academy of Fine Arts (CAFA), Beijing. Working across installation, painting, and ceramics, her practice investigates materiality and structural relationships within space. She has presented solo exhibitions at S.A.C. Gallery, Subhashok the Arts Centre, and Baan Tuek Art Center, and has participated in international exhibitions including the Shanghai International Paper Art Biennale and the Kunming Art Biennale, as well as major group exhibitions in Bangkok.
Jeon’s installation Space over Translucency brings together woven stainless steel wire structures, hanbok fabric, and bone china ceramic works suspended in space. Basket- and net-like wire forms hold translucent fabric, creating permeable boundaries that blur interior and exterior. Through weaving, suspension, and layering, structure is formed yet remains unstable and open to transformation. The bone china works, produced through slab-building and high-temperature firing, become thin and light-responsive, sustaining tension between fragility and solidity. Sensitive to light and movement, these materials resist fixed meaning, existing instead as fluctuating conditions. The installation emphasizes balance, tension, and interdependence, presenting space not as a finished form, but as an ongoing state of construction and deviation.
Join us for a day filled with cultural festivities, where you can experience diverse traditions through culinary delights, crafted cocktails and arts.
Stay tune and get ready for the upcoming Cross Culture Weekend series, featuring cultural experiences from various countries and many more.
