Culinary Journey around Thailand
The word “Songkran” is derived from the Sanskrit language,
meaning to “pass” or to “move into”. The Songkran Festival
marks the start of the Thai New Year, and it is the most
important celebration of the Thai lunar calendar.
“Benjarong” is a form of Thai porcelain that dates back to
the 13th century. Literally meaning “five colours”,
Benjarongs were traditionally painted only in 5 colours,
and are reserved only for royalty.
The festival is a symbol of hospitality and love of the Thai
people, emphasizing on maintaining relationships within
families, communities, and society. The Thai people show
respect to elders in the family and receive their blessings
during the festival.
The use of Benjarongs were extended to aristocrats and
wealthy merchants. The designs have since flourished, to
include various flora and fauna, and geometric patterns.
Today, Thais use Benjarong as formal dining ware.
The Songkran Festival in 2015 will be held on 12th to 15th
April, in Thailand, where there will be many festivities to pay
tribute to the role of water in Thai culture and society.
To celebrate the Songkran Festival, Patara has proudly
created a special Songkran Benjarong Set, taking you
through a culinary journey to the Northern, Southern,
Eastern and Central parts of Thailand.
Songkran Benjarong Set
$78++ per person
additional $48++ for wine pairing
dishes are served as a shared meal with minimum of 2 diners.
appetizer
main courses
nam prik ong
northern Thai style chili dip, served with crispy crackling,
fresh vegetables and spicy sausage
kra jeab pad krapi goong
southern Thai style stir-fried ladies’ fingers
with prawns & shrimp paste
soup
kang som cha oam
central Thai style spicy curry soup
with shrimps and acacia omelette
kai bann tom makham oon
eastern Thai style spicy and sour chicken soup
with young tamarind and mushrooms
paired with Baron Philippe De Rothschild
Sauvignon Blanc, Pay D’OC, France
main courses
nua khua kling
southern Thai style spicy beef with chili paste
sii khrong moo yang
country style grilled marinated pork ribs
with spicy dipping sauce
khao suay
steamed jasmine rice
paired with Xavier Cote Du Rhone Rouge,
Rhone, France
dessert
pae kuai nom sod young
young coconut meat and gingko nuts in
jasmine-smoked fresh milk
Order our Songkran Benjarong Set and stand a chance to win
a pair of air tickets to Chiang Mai, courtesy of Thai Airways.
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