Gurugram, 21st July 2026 – The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences is delighted to announce the appointment of Chef Bongkot Sabpong as Thai Master Chef at Spectra, the award-winning all-day dining restaurant. Bringing over 26 years of culinary expertise across some of the world’s most renowned luxury hospitality brands, she is celebrated for her mastery of authentic Thai cuisine and her unwavering commitment to preserving its rich culinary traditions.
A native of Thailand and an alumna of the prestigious Rajamangala University of Technology Rattanakosin, she began her culinary journey at Hilton Hotel, Thailand, where she built a strong foundation in traditional Thai cooking. Over the years, she has refined her craft at distinguished hospitality destinations including The Westin Qingdao, China, Sheraton Full Moon Resort & Spa, Maldives, Cinnamon Grand Colombo, Sri Lanka, Dusit Princess Kathmandu, Nepal, and many more.
Rooted in Thailand’s rich culinary heritage, her philosophy centres on preserving traditional recipes and techniques while thoughtfully adapting them for contemporary luxury dining. By combining authentic flavours with carefully selected ingredients and meticulous craftsmanship, her dishes celebrate the depth, balance, and regional diversity of Thai cuisine. In her new role, she will spearhead the Thai culinary programme curating immersive and memorable dining experiences.
About The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences
Nestled in front of a sprawling 1000-acre forest, The Leela Ambience Gurugram offers a serene escape from the urban hustle, blending world-class luxury with a refreshed commitment to conscious and sustainable living. As the only luxury hotel attached to a high-end mall and standing as a luxury urban sanctuary in the heart of Gurugram, this exquisite hotel features 412 elegantly designed rooms, suites, and residences, perfect for both leisure travellers and business professionals seeking a tranquil environment. This award-winning hotel combines traditional luxury and unmatched grandeur with a plethora of immersive rituals and experiences for the guests including a 9-hole golf course, five restaurants, a patisserie and a bar. The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences stands as a true testament to opulence with its high-end butler service. The hotel also offers banqueting space of 35,000 sq ft, including pillar-less ballrooms, board rooms, and meeting rooms.
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About The Leela
The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts is India’s only institutionally owned and managed pure-play luxury hospitality company. The Leela owns, operates, manages and develops luxury hotels and resorts under, “The Leela” brand which was ranked as #1 among the world’s best hospitality brands in 2020 and 2021, and among the world’s top three hospitality brands in 2023 and 2024, by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards Surveys. The company operates thirteen properties across key Indian business and leisure destinations, celebrating each hotel through its location, art, culture, and cuisine with bespoke services, celebratory rituals, and immersive experiences. Promoted by private equity funds managed and/or advised by affiliates of Brookfield Asset Management Ltd., The Leela is committed to providing guests luxury experiences with premier accommodation, exclusivity and personalized service, inspired by the ethos of Indian hospitality.
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