Colette Bangkok is marking its first anniversary with a special edition of its monthly chef and bartender collaboration series, Les Amis de Colette: La Série. The one-night-only event on September 25, 2026, will feature exclusive dishes, guest cocktails, and a preview of new menu additions, blending French bistro tradition with Bangkok’s culinary energy. The anniversary edition serves as a celebration of the restaurant’s first year and a showcase of its evolving identity, where French technique meets Southeast Asian inspiration.
The event runs from 6 PM to 10:30 PM, offering guests a chance to experience limited-time creations from a collaboration between Chef Chris Beverley, Colette’s executive chef, and Chef Chet Adkins of JUA Bangkok. Their menu will include JUA favorites like Chicken Katsu Sando—a crispy, breaded chicken cutlet sandwiched in fluffy shokupan—and Uni Pasta, a delicate sea urchin dish paired with handmade pasta, alongside new Colette dishes such as Salmon & Lobster Ravioli and Bouillabaisse, a fragrant Provençal fish stew. The pairing reflects Adkins’ background in Japanese and Western cuisine with Beverley’s French bistro approach.
Chef Chet Adkins’ luxury hospitality legacy
Chef Chet Adkins brings over 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality, having worked in Bangkok, Sydney, and Mexico City. His restaurant JUA Bangkok has been recognized by The New York Times, Condé Nast Traveler, and local publications like Thailand Tatler and BK Magazine, where it has been listed among the city’s top tables. Adkins’ disciplined, guest-focused style aligns with Colette’s emphasis on seasonal ingredients and relaxed dining. Beyond JUA, Adkins has developed multi-outlet operations and innovative menus spanning Mediterranean, Thai, and Western traditions, making him a natural fit for Colette’s fusion-driven concept.
Behind the bar, Stan Andruskevic, Colette’s head of drinks, teams up with four guest bartenders: John Robert Villanueva of Moonshine Phuket, Diogo Da Silva of Fat Chili Restaurants & Bars, and Est and Jonus of Consul Club. Their cocktails range from tropical The Manila Galleon, a rum-based drink evoking Southeast Asian trade routes, to dessert-inspired Moonshine Strawberry Cheesecake, a playful nod to Phuket’s cocktail culture, and coffee-infused Obsidian Negroni, a modern twist on a classic.
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The lineup also includes Hop(E)s, an inventive bitter-hop cocktail from Consul Club, showcasing Thailand’s craft beer and mixology scene. Andruskevic, with over a decade of international bartending experience, complements these creations with his own signature cocktails, blending global influences with local flavors.
Monthly series blends French-Thai innovation
Les Amis de Colette: La Série is part of Colette’s ongoing monthly series, which invites chefs and bartenders to collaborate on one-night-only menus. Each edition aims to showcase innovation while staying true to the restaurant’s French-Thai heritage. The series reflects Colette’s broader concept: a French-inspired bistro where timeless elegance meets Bangkok’s lively atmosphere.
Located near BTS Phrom Phong and MRT Sukhumvit, Colette occupies a prime spot on Sukhumvit Soi 29, within walking distance of BTS Asok station, making it easily accessible from Bangkok’s cultural and shopping hubs. Its design blends classic French dining with modern comforts, featuring a terrace for al fresco meals that overlooks the busy street below, a bar area with curated cocktails and orange wines, and an intimate dining zone that prioritizes guest experience.
The restaurant’s name pays homage to Colette, a figure symbolizing Thai-French cultural fusion, and its menus prioritize locally sourced, premium ingredients, including Thai herbs, premium seafood, and artisanal cheeses. The space itself balances rustic charm—exposed brick, warm wood, and soft lighting, with contemporary touches, creating an atmosphere that feels both timeless and distinctly Bangkok.