My So-called Californian Dreams
By Lifestyle+Travel
There is no place to experience the California coolness in Bangkok quite like the newly opened ‘SoCal’ at the InterContinental Bangkok.
If the Californian dream involves basking in the rays of sunlight and embracing breezy vibes while savoring a variety of good foods and drinks, achieving those simple dreams is effortlessly possible here.
SoCal opens its doors seven days a week, offering Southern California style and culture through culinary delicacies and ambiance. Drawing inspiration from the beautiful geography and diverse cultures, Chef Dominic Hong leads the team in creating dishes that artfully interpret California cuisine, blending European and Mediterranean flavors seamlessly into a diverse culinary experience.
SoCal showcases tantalizing creations, including Lobster Tostada: Fresh plum, tomato, basil, Serrano chili & Yuzu dressing, Grilled Octopus: Coriander & lime Gremolata, potato Bravas & fermented jalapeno aioli, Pork Belly Tacos: Roasted pineapple salsa & smoked chili sauce, Cioppino Seafood Stew: Tiger prawns, little neck clams, black mussels, halibut & tomatoes, Slow Cooked Lamb Neck: 48-hour lamb neck, Barbacoa glaze, shaved fennel & citrus vinaigrette. Don’t miss the delectable Tuna Tartar and Lobster Pizza.
Quenching your thirst is just as delightful with various options. Choose from Californian wines (of course) or try the newly curated cocktails such as Lavender Sgroppino: Vodka, lemon sorbet, Prosecco & lavender essence bubble, or Citrus & Bubbles: Pink gin, bergamot liqueur, pink grapefruit, chamomile cordial & Prosecco.
The choice is always yours…
SoCal
Email: DINING.BKKHB@ihg.com
Tel: +66 (0) 2656 0444
Website: intercontinental.com/Bangkok
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Dining with a Star
The South of Thailand now embraces the starry standard, and PRU stands as the sole Michelin Star-awarded restaurant in the region. It's an outstanding creation helmed by Executive Chef Jimmy Ophorst, designed under the concept of 'sustainable fine dining' and delivering an 'Inside-Out' experience that elevates the dining journey. This concept bridges the space between the kitchen and dining areas, formerly separate. Beyond the harmonious dining, the open kitchen fosters a bond between the guests and the diners, who can delight in the sights and sounds of food preparation and the culinary process. Ophorst explained, “We’ve been inspired by the kappo style of service, where the formality between the chef and his guests is eliminated as the chef ‘cuts and cooks’ the freshest seasonal ingredients based on interactions with each guest. We adopted this philosophy in the new restaurant design to create the Inside-Out experience and bring our guests closer to the best ingredients Thailand has to offer.” Located within the exclusive confines of the award-winning Trisara resort, the restaurant offers ten seats at the kitchen counter, granting guests an up-close view of Ophorst and his team in action. Reservations Email: reservations@prurestaurant.com Tel: +66 (0)76-683-344 Website: www.prurestaurant.com
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A Tasty Nordic Move
Bangkok continues to maintain its reputation as the gastronomic destination for locals and discerning travelers while warmly welcoming the world's first "Marimekko Kafé" in the heart of the city. As part of the celebration of the 8th anniversary of Marimekko Thailand, the launch of the world's first "Marimekko Kafé" will immerse visitors in the 'Marimekko' style through taste and the brand’s Home Collection tableware. Led by the local favorite lifestyle guru - Ploy Chariyaves and creative consultants specialized in foods and drinks, this unique experience showcases Scandinavian delicacies with Thai flares. The tantalizing menu includes Smoked Salmon Crepes, Onigiri with Thai-flavored Pork Meatball Skewers (Moo Ping), Crab Cake Salad, Raspberry Lychee Rose Cake, Berry Mascarpone Cream Cheese Tart, and refreshing Strawberry Virgin Mojito. Aren’t these tempting? Marimekko Kafé : 1st floor of The Emporium www.marimekko.co.th ☎ Tel: 080 073 6298
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The Sushi Way
Going for an Omakase means it is a big treat for yourself. The simple but precious line of delicacies is carefully curated and crafted in order to fulfill amusement and present the real, authentic taste of the premium ingredients. At Sushi Ichizu 鮨いちづ, the omakase course is truly true to its taste, with a little touch of the best-practiced cooking skill. There is no smoke or fancy sparkles to sugarcoat the omagaze experience, but the legacy of the recipe and the traditional way the scrumptious food is presented in every bite make a great impression from the first course to the last. Seasonal Summer Menu is now available Omakase Course : 8,000++ THB Mini Omakase Course : 6,000++ THB Nigiri Course : 4,000++ THB ☎ Reservation⠀ Tel: 062-594-6555 or 065-738-9999