Why Sorn’s Chef Supaksorn “Ice” Jongsiri Never Sees Himself Successful

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To Supaksorn “Ice” Jongsiri, success is merely not a final destination, but a goal to go beyond. With a strong determination to bring Southern Thai cuisine to the world, the 41-year old chef/owner of two MICHELIN Star Sorn, doesn’t stop at being the best Thai restaurant in the world. He talks about the endless possibility of Thai cuisine, pride, leadership and why he needs to go the extra mile.

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