InterContinental Phuket's Jaras Promoted to One MICHELIN Star in Thailand Guide 2027

Jaras, the Southern Thai restaurant at InterContinental Phuket Resort, was promoted to One MICHELIN Star in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2027, the resort announced on November 12, 2026, according to EIN Presswire. The resort also said Ms. Chanyawi (Min) Mukmaneerattanapon of its restaurant hom received the MICHELIN Service Award 2027, and that hom retained its MICHELIN Guide Selection status.

Jaras Promotion and hom's Service Award

Jaras has appeared in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand for four consecutive years and hom for three, the resort said. Chef de Cuisine Chalermwut Srivorakul, known as Chef Nui, leads Jaras, whose menus follow the seasons and draw on local farmers, artisanal producers and the surrounding landscape. "Receiving a MICHELIN Star is an extraordinary honour, but its deepest meaning lies in celebrating the farmers, ingredients and traditions that shape Southern Thai cuisine," Chef Nui said.

hom, set within the Sawan Pavilion, is led by Chef Marcelo Baruch and an international team and explores fermentation with Thai ingredients. Min said of her award: "I feel truly honoured to receive this recognition. For me, exceptional service is about understanding each guest as an individual and making them feel genuinely welcome and cared for." Chef Marco Turatti, Director of Culinary at the resort, said the two restaurants express different culinary approaches united by dedication to quality, creativity and authenticity.

The MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2027 announced 507 restaurants, including 53 starred, 151 Bib Gourmand and 303 MICHELIN Selected, THE STANDARD reported on November 10, 2026. Sorn and Sühring retained three stars, while Mia, PRU and Blue by Alain Ducasse were promoted to two stars, according to the same report.

InterContinental Hotels Group at a Glance

InterContinental Hotels Group operates an asset-light franchise and management platform with 6,000+ properties across 21 brands and 100+ countries, serving travelers through its 160-million-member IHG One Rewards loyalty program, according to akta.pro company records. The same records list 21 hotel brands including InterContinental, Kimpton, Six Senses and Holiday Inn, and name Elie Maalouf as Chief Executive Officer.

Earlier Moves Across the Group

In September 2026, ten hotels under IHG Greater China were awarded the 2026 Michelin one-star key, Citmt reported, citing COO Mr. Qiu You on the group's luxury boutique brands. In October 2026, InterContinental Chennai reopened in May 2026 after a multi-million-dollar renovation, adding a proposal deck by the sea, The Hindu reported. Also in October 2026, InterContinental Phuket Resort launched its festive season with The Garden of Devas, EIN Presswire reported.

Jaras's Move to the Bokkhorani Wing

In early 2027, Jaras is set to relocate to the resort's forthcoming Bokkhorani Wing, which the resort said will offer a more exclusive, elevated dining environment. Bjorn Courage, General Manager of the Two MICHELIN Key InterContinental Phuket Resort, said: "Jaras' MICHELIN Star is a proud milestone, while Min's recognition celebrates the human connection that makes exceptional hospitality truly memorable."