BANYAN TREE KRABI PAYS HOMAGE TO 'BEST FOOD IN THE WORLD’ (Thailand)
Thai chef creates new twist to Massaman Curry following CNN award. |
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BANYAN TREE KRABI PAYS HOMAGE TO 'BEST FOOD IN THE WORLD’ (Thailand)
Thai chef creates new twist to Massaman Curry following CNN award. |
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This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2021-05-13
Filed by Balcony Media Group
KRABI, Thailand (13 May 2021) — Thailand's famous Massaman Curry was once again voted "Best Food in the World" by the editors at CNN Travel this year, and to celebrate the success of this ever-popular "spicy, coconutty, sweet and savory" dish, Executive Chef Jakkrit Traibun of Banyan Tree Krabi hotel has concocted his own version, cooked and presented in traditional Southern Thai style.
Described by CNN Travel as “the king of curries”, massaman originated among Muslim communities in southern Thailand and the Malay peninsula. Its lip-smacking sauce stands as testament to the myriad flavours of traditional Thai cuisine, and includes: cardamon, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, mace, bay leaves, cumin, star anise, chilli peppers, coriander, lemongrass, galangal, shrimp paste, shallots and garlic. The result is a fragrant bouquet and a tingling-tongue sensation that can last for hours.
Relatively low in calories and high in nutrition, massaman curry is usually accompanied by chicken, but can also be served with beef, duck or mutton, while vegetarian versions invariably include tofu.
“We’re using nothing but the freshest local produce, including a few secret ingredients, combined with soft stewed Australian Rib-eye, fresh coconut milk, peanuts and sweet potato,” Chef Jakkrit said. “We hope this will be a mouthwatering meal to remember.”
Chef Jakkrit’s Beef Massaman Curry is now available at Saffron Restaurant, the signature dining venue at Banyan Tree Krabi, which is situated on an elevated hillside overlooking one of Thailand’s most iconic natural wonders: the towering limestone cliffs that jut out of the sea in Than Bok Khorani National Marine Park.
Banyan Tree Krabi is located on tranquil Tubkaek Beach, a 45-minute drive from Krabi International Airport or 30 minutes north of the more popular seaside towns of Railay and Ao Nang.
The resort, which opened in October 2020, features 72 villas and suites, each with its own private pool. Facilities at the hotel include two restaurants, a beach bar, a kids’ club, a fitness centre, a meeting centre, an elevated outdoor wedding deck, and in keeping with Banyan Tree’s global wellbeing branding — a rainforest-themed spa.
Executive Chef Jakkrit Traibun was previously sous-chef at Banyan Tree Samui for seven years. He is a southern Thai and specializes in the aromatic and spicy flavors of that culinary style.
“Saffron Restaurant offers fine dining with an emphasis on Thai cuisine with a contemporary twist,” he said. “Our aim is to put Saffron high on the list of top restaurants in Southern Thailand.”
Thai cuisine was prominently featured in the 2021 Best Foods list by CNN Travel — Tom Yam Koong (Spicy n’ Sour Shrimp Soup) came in eighth place, while Som Tam (papaya salad) placed 46th. All these dishes and more can be savored at Saffron Restaurant.
For more information, go to: https://www.banyantree.com/en/thailand/krabi/dining/birds-nest
ABOUT BANYAN TREE HOLDINGS LIMITED
Banyan Tree Holdings Limited (“Banyan Tree” or the “Group”) is a leading international operator and developer of premium resorts, hotels, residences and spas, with 47 hotels and resorts, 63 spas, 72 retail galleries, and three golf courses in 24 countries. Each resort typically has between 75 to 300 rooms and commands room rates at the higher end of each property’s particular market.
The Group’s primary business is centered on four brands: the award-winning Banyan Tree and Angsana, as well as newly established Cassia and Dhawa. Banyan Tree also operates the leading integrated resort in Thailand – Laguna Phuket -- through the Group’s subsidiary, Laguna Resorts & Hotels Public Company Limited. Two other integrated resorts – Laguna Bintan in Indonesia and Laguna Lăng Cô in Central Vietnam – complete the status of the Group as the leading operator of integrated resorts in Asia.
As a leading operator of spas in Asia, Banyan Tree’s spas are one of the key features in their resorts and hotels. Its retail arm Banyan Tree Gallery complements and reinforces the branding of the resort, hotel and spa operations.
Since the launch of the first Banyan Tree resort, Banyan Tree Phuket, in 1994, Banyan Tree has received over 2,600 awards and accolades for the resorts, hotels and spas that the Group manages. The Group has also received recognition for its commitment to sustainability for environmental protection and emphasis on corporate social responsibility.
In addition to its currently operating hotels, resorts, spas and golf courses, the Group currently has 21 hotels and resorts under construction, and another 25 under development.
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