A look back at Lenôtre in Thailand
Previously, Bangkok Land obtained the rights from Sodexo, which acquired and owned Lenôtre since 2011, to open Lenôtre Culinary Arts School Thailand under a 10-year contract. This school was the first Lenôtre culinary school outside of France and the second in the world.
The deal, initiated in late 2019, followed a business discussion between Paul and executives from Sodexo, who had bought the Lenôtre brand in 2011.
Sodexo reached out to Bangkok Land, which saw potential in expanding its diverse business portfolio, including venues, MICE, hotels, catering, and restaurants, by adding a prestigious culinary institution.
Lenôtre Culinary Arts School was part of the larger Lenôtre empire, founded in 1971 by the legendary chef Gaston Lenôtre, renowned as the “Father of French Baking.” It started as a small bakery in France before growing into a world-renowned culinary school.
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