Chaophraya and Palm Sugar Lounge
Thai
Location The Townhouse, Nelson Mandela Place, Glasgow, G1 2LL t: 0844 502 6860 w: www.chaophraya.co.uk e: glasgow@chaophraya.co.uk
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Chaophraya and Palm Sugar Lounge offer the ultimate Thai experience for those looking to enjoy a delicious meal or cocktails with friends.
£21
‘...ultimate Thai experience...’
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Having opened in 2012, Chaophraya Glasgow was the first venue that joint owners Kim Kaewkraikhot (owner and chef director) and Martin Stead (CEO) opened together in Scotland, and is currently classed as the largest Thai restaurant in Europe. The listed townhouse boasts three floors of utter decadence, with ornate high ceilings and traditional Thai furnishings.
‘...three floors of utter decadence...’ Kim has always been passionate about the fresh flavours and dishes of her homeland. Her journey started in Bangkok, where she was renowned in the local neighbourhood for her simple method of using fresh ingredients to create food bursting with flavour. Kim partnered up with Martin, who saw a gap in the market for Kim’s style of Thai cooking, and a joint vision to bring authentic Thai cuisine and genuine Thai hospitality to the UK was born. Chaophraya has an extensive à la carte menu and a range of set menus designed by Kim, which are uniquely served banquet-style so that everything can be shared. The restaurant also has great lunch, Thai afternoon tea and early-dining offerings. Furthermore, cooking schools and cocktail masterclasses can be held throughout the week and are a perfect experience for corporate events, birthdays and special occasions. The former option involves creating a culinary Thai feast with the guidance of Chaophraya’s expert chefs, so guests can discover the art, culture, origins and ingredients of Thai cooking before enjoying a meal fit for royalty. The latter will see the restaurant’s talented bartenders explain the history of cocktails, as well as guide you through how to shake up a drink James Bond-style. With unique sunken seating available for private dining and plenty of space for semi-private dining, Chaophraya really is a great venue for functions with a difference.
Open: Mon-Sat noon-10.30pm; Sun noon-10pm
Glasgow Guide 2016-2017
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