IGNIV

Igniv means “nest” in Romansh, the mother tongue of chef-founder Andreas Caminada, and there is certainly a playful nest-like quality to this elegant restaurant in The St. Regis Bangkok hotel. The chef has worked alongside the celebrated founder for many years, all collaborating to craft detailed dishes that are executed with a Swiss clock-making precision. Their excellent tasting menu inspires sharing, with multiple dishes served simultaneously.

Nesting-inspired, verdant dining room evokes home comfort

• The IGNIV Bangkok dining room is described as verdant and welcoming, embracing the concept of nesting (Romansh for IGNIV) to create a home-like atmosphere from the moment you sit down.

Dessert trolley and Candy Store indulgences

• The experience includes a dessert trolley with chewy mini canalé, shards of homemade chocolate, fruit jellies and more, as part of IGNIV Bangkok’s playful 'Candy Store' indulgences that accompany the sharing menus.

First foray of Andreas Caminada outside Switzerland

• IGNIV Bangkok marks Caminada’s first foray off Swiss soil, bringing his Swiss DNA and sharing-style tasting concepts to Bangkok, housed at The St. Regis Bangkok.

Signature Ingredients

• Chicken: Signature chicken nugget dish is one of IGNIV's hallmark items and is shared across IGNIV Bangkok and its sister restaurants, emblematic of the sharing concept central to the menu. Sourcing: IGNIV emphasizes sourcing locally and working with small-batch, artisanal producers whenever possible, a practice that informs the chicken's flavor profile and accompanying textures (even though the farm names aren’t published). Preparation and why special: the chicken is prepared as a crisp, approachable nugget that elevates comfort food into fine-dining experience, inviting interaction at the table and serving as a vivid reminder of IGNIV's roots.
• Beef: Beef tartare is another signature dish that is carried across all IGNIV locations, reflecting the shared Swiss DNA and homage to its origins. Sourcing: the kitchen prioritizes high-quality beef from small-batch suppliers and artisanal producers, aligning with the restaurant's commitment to seasonal, local ingredients. Preparation and why special: raw beef tartare is carefully seasoned and plated as a centerpiece to communal tasting, showcasing precision, texture, and the balance of Swiss culinary technique with contemporary presentation.