Dusit Thani College students earn 38 awards at UTCC stage, THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 

Dusit Thani College, a leading educational institution under the Dusit Thani Hotels group, has once again announced its success on the stage of the Thailand Ultimate Chef Challenge (TUCC) 2026, held at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 from May 26–30, 2026 at IMPACT Arena, Muang Thong Thani. The team of students from the Culinary Arts program and faculty members of Dusit Thani College won a total of 38 awards in the competition, consisting of: 

• 4 Gold Medals 

• 9 Silver Medals 

• 23 Bronze Medals 

• 2 Diplomas 

In addition, the special Best Ultimate Pantry Chef Award was received by Ms. Tidarus Puengroop, with a total score of 153.33 points. 

The competition results are as follows: 

Class P7: Asian Rice and Noodle Challenge – Professional Chef  

Ajarn Likhid Saenboonklong / Glod Medal 

Category A: Asian Gourmet Challenge (AGC) (Team of 3 Chefs)                  

Mr. Sorawit Praditnipon / Bronze medal 

Mr. Watcharakiat Khunna / Bronze medal 

Mr. Nattawut Seangkew / Bronze medal 

Class C15: Fruits and Vegetable Live Challenge Competition (Individual)                             

Ms. Porpiang Piewyu / Bronze medal 

Class D10: Pastry Live Cooking / Restaurant Dessert                          

Ms. Supitchaya Lianpairoj / Bronze medal 

Mr. Kiattiphum Lertchaiyaphum / Bronze medal 

Class D11: Pastry Live Cooking / Dress the Cake (1 Cake for 8 serving)                   

Mr. Pupipat Assawajutanon / Silver medal 

Ms. Chanisala Boonprakob / Silver medal 

Mr. Natthanan Jannongsruang / Silver medal 

Ms. Atinut Pongsawas / Bronze medal 

Ms. Pornsiri Limmeesuk / Bronze medal 

Ms. Pornnapat Laosum / Bronze medal 

Ms. Tidarus Puengroop / Bronze medal 

Mr. Sittinan Aravepon / Bronze medal 

Class D12: Artistic Showpiece – Cat. A Chocolate Showpiece                       

Mr. Sira Jiraveepongsawad / Bronze medal 

Class D12: Artistic Showpiece – Cat. B Sugar Showpiece                 

Ms. Punnapa Damrongratnuvong / Bronze medal 

Ms. Tidarus Puengroop / Bronze medal 

Class J1: Main Course Duck – Juniors Chefs                              

Mr. Nattawat Theeraloetphanit / Gold medal 

Mr. Settanon Kulvipachwatana / Silver medal 

Mr. Pontrakkan Walloptharee / Bronze medal 

Mr. Phuriwat Tirapongtakorn / Bronze medal 

Class J2: Pasta Challenge – Juniors Chefs                  

Ms. Pimpattra Pimpaporn / Gold medal 

Mr. Werawit Jaroenrat / Diploma 

Class J3: Classic Thai Cuisine (Using Thai Ingredient Only) – Juniors Chef                            

Mr. Nattawat Theeraloetphanit / Gold medal 

Ms. Juthamas Maeprasart / Silver medal 

Mr. Phimol Lertvijitspphon / Silver medal 

Mr. Chanachok Yotphumma / Silver medal 

Mr. Atichat Yamansabeedeen / Bronze medal 

Ms. Kanya Rattanasanya / Bronze medal 

Class J4: Main Course Beef Challenge – Juniors Chef                         

Mr. Thanakrit Chatadee / Silver medal 

Mr. Apichit Khunapo / Diploma 

Class J5: Main Course Salmon Challenge – Juniors Chef                  

Mr. Jadenipat Monthatip / Silver medal 

Class J6: Asian Curry Challenge – Juniors Chef                       

Mr. Thanakrit Ngamboonlue / Bronze medal 

Mr. Sakda Sengprasan / Bronze medal 

Class J7: Asian Rice and Noodle Challenge – Juniors Chef                              

Mr. Chinna Krataitong / Bronze medal 

Class J9: Asian Modern freshwater Fish and Prawn Culinary Challenge – Juniors Chef                 

Ms. Rungtiwa Lamaikae / Silver medal 

Mr. Phichayut Saechiam / Bronze medal 

Mr. Chinna Krataitong / Bronze medal 

Beyond the students’ own perseverance and dedication in honing their culinary skills, this achievement would not have been possible without the tireless efforts of the faculty members. Year after year, they devote themselves to training and guiding the students, helping them secure numerous awards. 

Hot Cooking Team 

Ajarn Nattapum Buanoo 

Ajarn Nikorn Suwannachot 

Ajarn Likhid Saenboonklong 

Bakery Team 

Ajarn Tirayus Jaiyai 

Ajarn Anucha Leelahapongstorn 

Ajarn Thannisa Warangthanawit 

Ajarn Napat Sriwarom 

Ajarn Sirinuj Sethaphanich 

Ajarn Thomakorn Khunvaranon 

While Dr. Ploycharas Pragattakomol and Dr. Chanika Sriwannawit were serving as advisors to provide guidance and supervision throughout the training and competition.