Shanghai, China, March 28, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / As part of The 25th China Restaurant Chain Summit, taking place from April 6–11, 2026 in Shanghai, Kinnaree by Vanessa Wu presents Thai Tastes: Shanghai Journey.
This program offers a valuable opportunity to gain insights into China’s business landscape, with in-depth perspectives on market trends and international business practices.
The Royal Thai Consulate General in Shanghai is a diplomatic mission representing Thailand in eastern China, responsible for promoting Thai-Chinese relations, providing consular assistance to Thai citizens, and handling visa applications and other documentation services.
The Thai Chamber of Commerce in China, approved by China’s Ministry of Commerce, is the sole officially certified chamber dedicated to promoting Sino-Thai economic cooperation. It aims to unite Thai enterprises in China and promote Sino-Thai economic cooperation, currently gathering around 100 prominent members including CP Group and TCP Group.
Marking its 20th anniversary, Kinnaree by Vanessa U recently hosted an elegant, invite-only gathering that felt less like a celebration of longevity and more like a statement of evolution. The evening reflected how Kinnaree has grown from a refined Thai restaurant into a culinary legend, one that bridges heritage and innovation.
At the heart of Kinnaree is founder Vanessa Wu (Wanasnan Kanokpattanangkul), whose background is as much academic as it is culinary. Her work over the past 30+ years has extended far beyond the kitchen, spanning research, education, and international culinary exchange.
She has been particularly active in China and Europe, where she has helped introduce Thai culinary techniques to chefs and hospitality professionals. This cross-cultural engagement has contributed to a growing appreciation of Thai cuisine as both an art form and a form of cultural diplomacy, often described as part of Thailand’s soft power.
About the Kinnaree Academy
Kin Academy, founded by Ms. Vanessa Wu, is a professional institution dedicated to promoting Thai food culture and advancing Thai cuisine as a global lifestyle food. Through training programs, research initiatives, and international collaborations, the academy supports the global expansion of Thai cuisine and helps overseas Thai restaurants maintain authentic Thai taste standards. Kin Academy also inspires Thais to become ambassadors of Thai culinary culture while fostering international partnerships, culinary education, and sustainable supply chains that strengthen the global Thai food ecosystem.
For more information:
Website: www.kinnareebywanessawu.com
Tel: 094 229 8998