To mark Thailand's celebrations of a new year and the bountiful harvest with Songkran, Baan Thai at The Oberoi Grand set up a feast that featured a host of Thai delicacies. Thai consul general Acharapan Yavaprapas along with deputy consul general Piyapan Atipatya and his wife Navynara Atipatya and consul Pichaya Lapasthamrong, dropped by.
Chef Klae Somsuay who had already spent over a dozen Songkrans in the city, laid out a delectable spread. Let’s dig in!
Pat Nor Mai Farang: This was a crunchy starter dish that had bamboo shoots and asparagus stir-fried with fresh ginger for added zing.
Si Saket Gai Yang: This is a special secret from Northern Thailand. The use of unconventional spices and a ginger-heavy mix created a very different flavour and char on the chicken.
Khaw Pa Phad Sapparod: Served inside a pineapple shell, this dish had the goodness of fried wild rice with curry powder and golden fried prawns.
Pla Tort Sahm Rot: Juicy chunks of fish deep-fried in a sweet and spicy sauce base created this hearty main.
Geng Jeut Kal Port Orn: Served in a tender coconut shell, this soup is a mix of fresh coconut water, baby corn and shiitake mushrooms and had a fresh and sweet taste