Front Room at Waldorf Astoria Bangkok Reopens with New Delectables
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Front Room at Waldorf Astoria Bangkok is now ready to pamper your taste buds with home-cooking-style dishes with a fresh concept that celebrates the 8 flavours of Thai cuisine, curated by native whizzes and gurus.
Inspired by “ros meu Mae” (tastes of mother’s cooking), many dishes come from the chefs’ childhood memories of their comforting home dining. The culinary collaboration brought Dr. Niphatchanok (Ajarn Ning) Najpinij’s culinary heritage that was bestowed on her by her mother Asst. Prof. Kobkaew Najpinij, a renowned guru of Thai cuisine, together with her own culinary research to the new menu that was co-created with Chef Supanat (Ann) Khanarak and the Front Room team led by sous chef Sarocha (Bua) Rajatanawin. The menu celebrates the eight distinctive Thai flavors of sour, sweet, nutty, salty, spicy, bitter, astringent and mild in a home-cooking style as an ode to all ‘Mae’.
The highlights of Front Room’s new, extensive menu include: Phla Lai Bua Hoy Shell or Seared Hokkaido Scallop with Lotus Stem, Pomelo and Homemade Chili Paste; Talae Gub Sator Kua Sauce Khem or Stir-Fried Squid, Tiger Prawn, Bitter Bean with Salted Seafood Sauce; Nuea Khem Tom Kati or Coconut Broth with Salted Beef Cheek, Shallot and Chili; Pla Gao Nung Gub Sauce Larb Kua or Streamed Grouper with Northeastern Thai-style Sauce; Moo Sam Shan Pad Grathiam Dong or Stir-Fried Kurobuta Pork Belly with Fermented Garlic; and Ma Phrao Cheesecake or Coconut Cheesecake with Young Coconut Jelly and White Chocolate Mousse.
Front Room at Waldorf Astoria Bangkok is located at the Lower Lobby and is open from Tuesday to Saturday for lunch from 11:30 to 14:00 (last order), and for dinner from 17:30 to 21:30 (last order). The three-course set lunch is priced at THB 900++, and à la carte items range from THB 280++ to THB 980++.
For further information and reservations, please contact +66 (0) 2 846 8888 or e-mail: bkkwa.fb@waldorfastoria.com
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Sun-Kissed Cuisine
One of the greatest things about Thai food is its diversity of flavours, especially the cuisine from the South of Thailand, where spices combine perfectly with a variety of fresh ingredients from the sea. The Siam Tea Room at Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park is taking us on a gastronomic journey to the sun-soaked shores of Southern Thailand this October and November, with a new promotion that celebrates the time-honoured culinary traditions of this tropical region. With its long coastlines, exotic ingredients, and rich cultural influences, Thailand’s southern provinces have developed a highly distinctive style of cuisine that is different from other parts of the kingdom. Now, Siam Tea Room’s talented Thai chefs will showcase these unique flavours with a special menu of eight highly authentic Southern Thai dishes. Diners can treat their taste buds to a choice of enticing appetizers, including chili shrimp paste with fried mackerel, vegetables, and soft-boiled egg (THB 310++), and Southern-style herbal rice salad with fresh tender leaves, fluffy fish, and fermented fish dressing (THB 350++). Two sublime stir-fried dishes are also on offer: stir-fried prawns with sato, chili, garlic, and shrimp paste (THB 410++), and stir-fried malindjo leaves with egg and banana shrimp (THB 410++). Two mouth-watering main courses include Southern-style yellow curry with red snapper and cumin leaves (THB 480++), and Southern-style wagyu oxtail soup with Thai spices, onion, tomato, celery, and crispy shallots (THB 510++). Diners can end their Southern Thai epicurean adventure on a sweet note with a choice of two delectable desserts: khanom la – crispy rice pancake with honey-glazed finger banana and coconut ice cream (THB 190++), and Southern-style iced milk tea with whipped cream and sweet egg floss (THB 165++). The “Southern Thai Sensations” promotion will be available at The Siam Tea Room every day from October 1st to November 30th, 2024. Marriott Bonvoy and Club Marriott discounts apply. The Siam Tea Room Tel: 02 059 5999 Email: restaurant-reservations.bkkqp@marriott hotels.com or book via https://bit.ly/RSVNSTRSukhumvit
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Autumn Calling
Make the most of autumn with 18 new dishes celebrating the harvest season this year. One-MICHELIN-starred IGNIV Bangkok at The St. Regis Bangkok welcomes the arrival of autumn with a new menu beautifully crafted with a blend of European and Thai flavours, available from September to November 2024. The tasting menu pays homage to the harvest season, evoking the earthy flavors of Europe's renowned autumn, featuring seasonal ingredients such as truffle, white fungus, and Brussels sprouts, alongside locally sourced produce from Chiang Rai and Tak provinces in Thailand, including mountain kombu, coffee blossom, and heart of palm. “My inspiration for the Autumn Menu comes from my first experience in Asia in November 2018. I remember the taste of local ingredients and vibrant flavors, which were completely different from those I recognized in Europe. I drew inspiration from my culinary exploration and blended it with the earthy flavours of Europe to celebrate the seasonal transitions. The moment of this discovery is always special for me, and I want to share it with our guests through my first seasonal menu as Head Chef of IGNIV Bangkok,” says Chef Arne Riehn. Among the 18 dishes in this shared dining experience, highlights include Truffle-Duxelle-Kataifi for a snack, Foie Gras-Salee-Truffle for a starter, Deer-Black Garlic-Brussels Sprouts, Gyoza-Sauerkraut-Chili, and Rainbow Trout-Butternut-Mountain Kombu for main courses, and Coffee Blossom-Rum & Raisin-Coconut for dessert. The Autumn Menu at IGNIV Bangkok is available daily for dinner from 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM, with the last order at 8:30 PM, priced at THB 5,500++ per person. It will be offered from September 2 to November 30, 2024. A vegan, vegetarian, à la carte, or kids’ menu is also available to cater to your unique preferences. For reservation: Tel: +66 2207 7822 Email: igniv.bangkok@stregis.com Website: www.ignivbangkok.com or http://bit.ly/IGNIVBangkokReservationAP
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Thailand’s most anticipated culinary event is back!
Why travel the world when the world's best chefs are coming to you? Indulge at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel during the 24th World Gourmet Festival 2024, where 16 Michelin-starred and internationally acclaimed chefs from 12 countries across Asia and Europe—boasting an incredible 30 stars—will gather for an extraordinary week of culinary excellence. From 24th to 29th September, embark on a gastronomic journey like no other. No need to book flights or wait in long queues—experience their culinary magic all in one place! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime event. Book your tickets now at https://www.worldgourmetfestival.asia