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hotel in the world of Indian weddings, but bringing the best for Indian
we are able to privatise an entire wing, so weddings, and without this
that guests can enjoy the proximity between critical element, we cannot
the hotel rooms and the venues where the be satisfied. Fortunately, for
events are to take place. They have both the time being, we do have a
privacy and high-quality service in one large network of Accor hotels,
place. as well as in India. So, we
have the flexibility to bring
F&B and catering are critical in individuals that specialise
components of Indian Weddings. in Indian weddings and F&B.
Do you offer Indian cuisine, and are Again, we desire to have an
you incorporating your F&B outlets in-house chef that is readily
at Indian events? If so, how are they available. Ultimately, we are
facilitated? here to provide the best, and

We definitely have the ability to cater Indian if we need to fly in an Indian
cuisine, which we provided earlier in the chef to achieve that, we most
year for the February wedding. Our Thai definitely will.
cuisine offerings are exceptional, and guests
can experience them at our Khum Hom Are there any new
restaurant, headed by Chef Ian Kittichai. additions to the
However, we are currently in the process of property or future plans
finding a talented young Indian chef who that would elevate
can provide the most authentic taste and celebratory events?
experience of Indian food and beverages. We’ve already done most of our planned
While Khum Hom offers contemporary renovations here at Mövenpick BDMS
Thai cuisine, with Indian-influenced dishes, Wellness Resort Bangkok, from building
we want to specialise in high-quality Indian and completing the convention centre in
cuisine for any kind of Indian celebration. October last year, to revamping the guest
rooms and swimming pool. At the moment,
Which venues at the hotel are most we are planning to open a bar in the open
popular for Indian events? space near the pool so that guests have
Depending on the size of the wedding, easier access to F&B options, rather than
there are a couple of different venues on having to wait on service that is coming
the property. On the fourth floor, there is an from across the property.
oval room with an outdoor terrace attached,
with a 120- to 140-person capacity indoors, Moreover, we want to create more awareness
while the outdoor space can hold between of the new offerings at Mövenpick BDMS
150 to 170 people. Then, we have our Grand Wellness Resort Bangkok to the Thai-Indian
Ballroom, which opens up to a beautiful community. To Masala Magazine’s readers:
garden with a wonderful water fountain. this hotel can facilitate various kinds of
You can imagine using it as a backdrop to celebrations, and these unique spaces can
your wedding festivities, accompanied by create some of the most memorable events
fresh floral decorations in an absolutely of your lives!
stunning and spacious area. There is plenty
of space around the pool as well that we can
make private for an event.

How has your personal experience
been with Indian weddings? What
makes it fun and exciting for you?
What I have experienced at Indian weddings
is that you know what time it starts, but
you have no idea what time it finishes! It
may seem a bit exhausting, but I believe it
is worth noting the most memorable part
of each wedding: the genuine joy of the
people around you. It’s truly a moment to
celebrate life.

What are some current challenges
you’ve faced in facilitating Indian
events?

I don’t necessarily see any difficult challenges MÖVENPICK BDMS WELLNESS RESORT BANGKOK
per se. The only real obstacle is the process
of acquiring an Indian chef to cater to 2 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Patumwan, Bangkok 10330 Thailand
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