David Thompson (chef)
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David Thompson is an Australian chef
, restaurateur and cookery writer, known for his skill and expertise in Thai cuisine.
He made his name at Darley Street Thai in Sydney, opened on his return from several years living and working in Bangkok
. He used to run Sailors Thai (opened 1995) in that city, and the Michelin starred Nahm (opened 2001) in London's Halkin Hotel
– the first Thai restaurant to gain this award.
Thompson has also written a book. Arharn Thai or Thai Food is published by Pavilion Books and is a comprehensive account of Thai Cuisine, covering its history and role in society, as well as numerous recipes and menus.
His latest book is called "Thai Street Food" and it is a collection of his favourite 100 recipes of the street. A more comprehensive collection is to follow.
David opened a branch of Nahm in Bangkok in 2010.
Chef
A chef is a person who cooks professionally for other people. Although over time the term has come to describe any person who cooks for a living, traditionally it refers to a highly skilled professional who is proficient in all aspects of food preparation.-Etymology:The word "chef" is borrowed ...
, restaurateur and cookery writer, known for his skill and expertise in Thai cuisine.
He made his name at Darley Street Thai in Sydney, opened on his return from several years living and working in Bangkok
Bangkok
Bangkok is the capital and largest urban area city in Thailand. It is known in Thai as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon or simply Krung Thep , meaning "city of angels." The full name of Bangkok is Krung Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahintharayutthaya Mahadilok Phop Noppharat Ratchathani Burirom...
. He used to run Sailors Thai (opened 1995) in that city, and the Michelin starred Nahm (opened 2001) in London's Halkin Hotel
Halkin Hotel
Halkin Hotel is a luxury boutique 5-star hotel in London, England. It is located at 5-6 Halkin Street, Belgravia in London's most affluent district, just to the east of Belgrave Square near Grosvenor Crescent...
– the first Thai restaurant to gain this award.
Thompson has also written a book. Arharn Thai or Thai Food is published by Pavilion Books and is a comprehensive account of Thai Cuisine, covering its history and role in society, as well as numerous recipes and menus.
His latest book is called "Thai Street Food" and it is a collection of his favourite 100 recipes of the street. A more comprehensive collection is to follow.
David opened a branch of Nahm in Bangkok in 2010.