A Culinary Journey: Thai Fest 2025
In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Mexico and Thailand, Banyan Group is hosting a special edition of the Thai Fest. This multisensory celebration honors the cultural ties between these nations through gastronomy, hospitality, and high-level culinary art.
From June 7 to 21, 2025, five Banyan Group hotels in Mexico will transform into living embassies of Southeast Asia: Mayakoba, Valle de Guadalupe, Cabo Marqués, Puebla, and Mérida (Hacienda Xcanatun). Each hotel will offer a unique program featuring themed dinners, tasting menus, live cooking stations, and the star presence of Thai chef Tipaporn Phianthong, a prominent figure in contemporary Asian culinary scene.
A Culinary Itinerary
- Valle de Guadalupe (Baja California): Aldea restaurant will host a Saffron pop-up featuring dishes like Tom Yum Goong and Massaman Nua, led by chefs Daniel Peña and Mai.
- Cabo Marqués (Acapulco): “Noche en Bangkok” will focus on author cocktails and traditional street food, featuring signature drinks from Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur’s Vértigo bar.
- Puebla: There will be Bangkok Street Food stations and a fusion Mexico-Thailand menu, including Thai-soul tacos and Mexican heart curries.
- Hacienda Xcanatun (Mérida): A two-day feast with Thai-style buffet, family brunch, and a fire show under the Yucatan stars.
Beyond Tourism
Thai Fest 2025 not only invites attendees to savor one of the world’s most admired cuisines but also acknowledges how gastronomy can serve as a diplomatic tool, a tourism instrument, and a platform for cultural understanding.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is Thai Fest 2025? Thai Fest 2025 is a special edition of the annual Thai Fest, celebrating 50 years of Mexico-Thailand diplomatic relations through a culinary journey across five Banyan Group hotels in Mexico.
- Who is Tipaporn Phianthong? Tipaporn Phianthong is a renowned Thai chef and a significant figure in contemporary Asian culinary art, who will be a special guest at Thai Fest 2025.
- What can attendees expect from the event? Attendees can look forward to themed dinners, tasting menus, live cooking stations, and a chance to savor Thai cuisine while understanding its role in fostering cultural ties between Mexico and Thailand.
