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March 8, 2017 by annbenjamin 0

Gaggan, #23 World’s 50 Best Restaurants, #1 Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants.

It was with a considerable amount of expectation that I went to Gaggan, the #1 restaurant in Asia’s Top 50 Restaurants for the third year in a row (and currently ranked #23 in the world). Let me first mention that the entire service team brought their A Game to the meal, no matter the 4 AM after party from the post-awards ceremony the night before (honestly, you wouldn’t know it — the property was put back to its regular standards with nary a spoon out of place). Warmly greeted, we were seated not upstairs in the lab (which I would go back to try), but in the front left room overlooking the kitchen (the closest appropriation of a chef’s table — complete with glass that can provide an instant screen). And then we were presented with a menu. A menu lacking words of any kind. A menu unlike any other I’d…

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March 7, 2017 by annbenjamin 0

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The Dining Room at The House on Sathorn: #36 Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants

For our culinary adventure across Bangkok, this was what I would consider our most ‘casual’ experience. To be fair, after as much as we had eaten, the venue was a blessing and the perfect final stop on our foodie tour of the city. Deciding a bit late to follow up our lunch at Le Du, we walked over to the W and sidled up to the bar at The House on Sathorn (the property has a unique history and has evolved from residence to consulate to restaurant over the years). Although it was relatively early for service, we met Chef Fatih, an extremely talented (and well traveled) man. His tasting menu is creative, but in a very personal way. In the courses, Chef Fatih tells the story of his world travels — where he’s worked and what has influenced him. In person, it was fun to hear about his experiences…

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March 6, 2017 by annbenjamin 0

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Sühring: #13 Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants.

Where to begin? As I’m sure you’ve gathered by now, in a city like Bangkok, visitors are absolutely spoiled for new, exciting and modern restaurants, from fine dining to street food (and just about everything in between). Previous to dining at Sühring, I hadn’t heard much about the venue, only that it was vaguely in the genre of ‘modern German’ (and what modern German is doing in Bangkok is a wonderful example of how creative the culinary scene in Thailand is). More formally: Sühring showcases the best of modern German fare inspired by childhood memories, family recipes and years of travelling experience combining the essence of traditional dishes with contemporary Central European influences. All elevated to the level of haute cuisine. Mathias, Thomas and the Sühring team invite their guests to their home, offering a warm hospitality in a relaxed, yet elegant environment. Sühring is situated in an old 70’s…

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March 2, 2017 by annbenjamin 0

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Le Du: #37 Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants

First of all, what does it mean? Le Du actually comes from a Thai word – “ฤดู”, a synonym for the word “season” in Thai. The name reflects an emphasis on our culinary creations out of seasonal produce. Although technically not open for lunch, Le Du was celebrating their recent placement on Asia’s Top 50 Restaurants list and held a meal for some of the connected press and participants. The meal highlighted a number of techniques and included: Blue Swimming Crab, Khao – Chae, River Prawn, Lobster, Crab and Egg, Lamb & Chicken, and Mango Panna Cotta. The selections appear to be a version of the 6-course tasting menu, which is available for dinner. My Favorite The Khao-Chae, a pork and shrimp ball, with radish, salted fish, and jasmine ice cream. Not only was this dish beautifully presented, but it was also absolutely delicious. The slightly fatty pork and shrimp ball paired…

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