Chalee Kader
Affiliation
Wana Yook
Nose-to-tail Thai cuisine focusing on Northern Lanna and Northeastern Isaan flavors
i. Biography
Chalee Kader is a Thai-Indian chef and restaurateur based in Bangkok, known for his nose-to-tail restaurants 100 Mahaseth, specializing in Northern Thai Lanna and Northeastern Isaan cuisine and holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand, and Wana Yook, which earned one Michelin star in the 2024 Guide. He previously served as head chef at the French embassy in Bangkok for over six years after training in the United States. Kader co-owns additional ventures including Fran’s, Mickey’s Diner, Holy Moly, and Soma with partners.
The Archive
Selected Works & Focus Areas
Focus 01
Nose-to-tail Thai cuisine focusing on Northern Lanna and Northeastern Isaan flavors
Focus 02
Sustainability through waste reduction and traditional practices
Focus 03
Michelin-recognized restaurants 100 Mahaseth (Bib Gourmand) and Wana Yook (1 star)