Bangkok, Thailand, June 10, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / At the 2023–2024 academic year commencement ceremony, Dusit Thani College, Thailand’s leading educational institution specialized in hospitality businesses under Dusit International, proudly recognized five outstanding alumni who have brought prestige to the college through their remarkable achievements, acknowledged both nationally and internationally. Their contributions have significantly benefited the hospitality industry.

The five distinguished alumni include Mr. Teerapat Teeyasoontranon (Chef R), who received Award for Alumnus who is dedicated to society and the institution. The remaining four recipients — Mr. Thanakorn Bottorff, Mr. Parkorn Kosiyabong (Chef Tan), Mr. Sittikorn Chantop (Chef Au), and Ms. Sirorat Thowtho (Chef Fay)— were recognized in the category of Awards for professional and career achievement. The remarkable accomplishments of these five alumni are outlined below.

Mr. Teerapat Teeyasoontranon (Chef R) graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Kitchen and Restaurant Management and a master’s degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management from Dusit Thani College. He is the winner of The Next Iron Chef Thailand Season 2, Chef Sud Khua Krua Song Lok, and Iron Chef Thailand: One on One Battle. He has also served as a coach for the Thailand Culinary Academy competitions. Currently, he holds positions as a committee member of the Thailand Chef Association, Competition Training in Thailand and Abroad, and serves as a world class judge for the World Chefs Association. Additionally, he is the CEO of Rare Concept Company, a brand ambassador for the Bangkok Ham Products (Moo Ta Diao), and a consultant for various hotels, airlines, and food businesses.

Mr. Thanakorn Bottorff graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management (International Program) from Dusit Thani College. He has received numerous prestigious awards, including the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2024 Sommelier Award, Best Sommelier from the Tatler Dining Awards 2024, and the titles of Best Wine by the Glass List of the Year Asia 2024 and Best Medium-Sized List of the Year Asia 2024 from the Star Wine List. Currently, he serves as the Head Sommelier at INDDEE restaurant, which was awarded One Michelin Star in 2025.

Mr. Parkorn Kosiyabong (Chef Tan) graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Kitchen and Restaurant Management (International Program) from Dusit Thani College. He received the Breaking Culinary Boundaries Award from Koktail Magazine. Additionally, he is currently the owner of GOAT Bangkok, which was awarded One Michelin Star in 2025, and LAAD Phuket.

Mr. Sittikorn Chantop (Chef Au) graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management (International Program) from Dusit Thani College. He is currently the owner of AKKEE, which was awarded One Michelin Star in 2025. He also received the Young Chef Award at the Michelin Guide Ceremony Thailand 2025 and the Culinary Trailblazer Award from Thailand Favorite Restaurants 2025.

Ms. Sirorat Thowtho (Chef Fay) graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Culinary and Restaurant Management from Dusit Thani College. She is the owner of M-O-K restaurant in Ubon Ratchathani Province, which received the Michelin Bib Gourmand Award for 2023–2025 and won the Impact Award from the Tatler Dining Awards 2024’s 10 Best of the Year. She also received the Nagaraj Award in the category of Isan Folk Artist Award 2024. Currently, she is a special lecturer on Isan cuisine for various organizations.

Dusit Thani College hopes that these individuals will not only inspire its students but also serve as role models to inspire people everywhere.

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