London, June 2018– In the recent years, I tend to choose smart casual restaurants with a lively vibe for our dinner destinations when travelling abroad. Roka fits this description perfectly. With an established reputation (Michelin star status), Roka has several locations in London. Since we were staying in Mayfair, Roka Mayfair was just a short…
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Sexy Fish
London, June 2018– At first, I was hesitant to dine at Sexy Fish after reading several unfavourable reviews. Since I was attracted by the décor featuring artworks by Damien Hirst, Frank Gehry and other artists, Mr. King and I decided to grab a quick lunch there. We were glad we did. Located at Berkeley Square, the…
Jamavar
London, June 2018– Mr. King was there for a business lunch a few days prior and insisted on going back with me. The 1 Michelin star Jamavar immediately became our favourite Indian restaurant in London. Opened in 2016, it is the offspring of the successful Jamavar restaurants in India. Located on the fashionable Mount Street,…
Suay
Phuket, Feb & June 2018 – In recent years, quite a few trendy restaurants have opened on this popular resort town in Thailand. One of our favourites is Suay Restaurant at Cherngtalay. Celebrity Chef Tammasak is masterful at creating interesting fusion Thai cuisine. “Suay Salad” – Assorted salad, pomelo fruit, Thai basil, crispy fried soft…
Sühring
Bangkok, June 2018 – Sühring (No. 4, Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2018, Two-Michelin Stars) is one of the most stylish restaurants in bustling Bangkok. German chefs Thomas and Mathias Sühring, who are also twin brothers, are cooking up a menu of beautiful modern German cuisine. Mr. King and I ordered the tasting menu (Thai Baht…
Supanniga Eating Room
Bangkok, June 2018 – Supanniga Eating Room is where the locals go for home-style Thai cuisine, based on recipes “passed down from one generation to another by owner, Thanaruek’s grandmother (Khunyai)”. We visited the Thonglor branch, which was cosy, yet vibrant. Prices were very reasonable, and the menu offered no shortage of variety. Pla Som…
BO.LAN – Homage to Thailand
Bangkok, June 2018 – Our first reaction at Bo.Lan was hesitation, then came confusion and finally intrigue. Mr. King and I have been travelling to Thailand for nearly two decades, and we have never tasted Thai cuisine quite like this. It made us questioned whether what we know as real Thai food was after all not…
RESTAURANT STORY
London, May 2018 – Every chef tries to express himself, through his culinary creations. Restaurant Story is Chef Tom Sellers’ channel to express himself, his story, his memories of his family and of the British heritage. Our New Yorker friends had been raving about this restaurant for a few years, and it was a rare…
Alléno Paris au Pavillon Ledoyen
Paris, November 2018 –Located at the quieter end of Champs-Élysées, Pavillon Ledoyen is one of the oldest and most beautiful restaurants in Paris. The Neoclassical mansion (owned by The City of Paris) has its own gardens and a picturesque view of the renowned art museum, Petit Palais. Before this visit, my last time here was…
Le Pavillon des Boulevards
Bordeaux, June 2018 – When travelling with 10 people, it is not easy to find a gourmet restaurant to accommodate large groups. The 1 Michelin star Le Pavillon des Boulevards had an intimate private room that fitted our group perfectly. We had the chance to enjoy the creative cuisine by Chef Thomas Morel. It was…
EPICURE at LE BRISTOL
Paris, June 2018 – One of the most beautiful breakfasts that I have ever savoured was at Epicure, a 3 Michelin star restaurant, located inside the charming Hotel Le Bristol on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. During our stay, we had breakfast there every morning. Mr. King and I preferred the tables by the windows, which…
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