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Christopher Lai

Guest Chef at Restaurant Göran @ Suomen Joutsen

Michelin-starred chef Christopher Lai is a renowned figure in the Nordic culinary scene and currently serves as Food and Beverage Manager and Culinary Leader at Bjertorp Castle, Sweden. Completed in 1914, Bjertorp Castle is the youngest Art Nouveau-style castle in Sweden. It offers an exclusive setting for celebrations, meetings, or a peaceful retreat to enjoy first-class food and a unique environment. In 2020, Christopher founded the fine dining restaurant Lago in Ulricehamn and acted as Ulricehamn City ambassador from 2021 to 2023. Since 2024, he has been one of only two Swedish chefs teaching at Scoolinary, the world’s leading online culinary school featuring top chefs from around the globe. As the Team Leader of the Culinary Team West of Sweden, Christopher led his team to a gold medal. He has competed three times in Sweden's Chef of the Year (Årets Kock), consistently ranking in the top 10. Christopher’s work has been recognized seven times in the White Guide and twice in the 360° Eat Guide, and has been featured widely in media including TV, radio, print and digital platforms.

Lai x Göran

Menu

Christopher Lai’s signature dishes, refined over years for flavour and texture, come to life at Restaurant Göran. These simple creations follow the “less is more” principle, combining local ingredients with the finest from abroad and drawing influence from Italy, France and modern Nordic cuisine. The dishes have been recognised by Sweden’s Chef of the Year, the Michelin Guide and 360° Eat Guide, and are featured in Scoolinary, the world’s leading online culinary school.

76 €

Snack & aperitif

Plate

Pointed cabbage, pecorino and roasted chicken broth

Plate

Langoustine, pumpkin and langoustine emulsion

Plate

Char, salsify and beurre monté sauce

Plate

Pear, almond and verbena

Plate

The menu may change, and we reserve the right to make updates. When planning the menu, we take into account all special dietary requirements notified in advance. Please provide these details when making your reservation via TableOnline or by email at [email protected]. When making a table reservation, a Food & Fun event ticket (€50 per person) will be charged and later deducted from the final bill. Both the reservation and the advance payment for the event ticket are binding.

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Why do you work in the culinary industry?

Cooking is not a job – it’s a way of life, and I love developing through it.

What sparks your passion for creating and collaborating on culinary experiences?

Reaching my goals and getting feedback that we are delivering.

What matters most to you when it comes to dining?

Following a clear line or concept that carries through every aspect and detail, from entering to leaving the restaurant.

Your food philosophy:

Modern Scandinavian cuisine with influences from classic French and Italian culinary traditions.

Your favourite drink in the evening or when going out to relax:

An old fashioned or a gin and tonic.

Your favourite pizza:

I’m half Italian, so just give me a classic base with San Marzano tomatoes, salami or prosciutto, basil and olives – and I’m good!

Restaurant

Göran @ Suomen Joutsen

Restaurant Göran offers delicious archipelago-inspired flavours in a maritime setting next to Forum Marinum. Our kitchen prepares a diverse range of dishes from fresh, high-quality ingredients — free from strict stylistic boundaries. Our goal is to keep guests coming back.