Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin Unveils the ‘Legends of the Lotus’ with Sustainable Ingredients

Bangkok, 17 April 2024 – Hosting one of the most exciting gastronomic journeys, the award-laden modern Thai fine-dining establishment, Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin, is thrilled to unveil its newly-created ‘Legends of the Lotus’ journey, celebrating lifetime milestones since its establishment in 2010. The celebration encapsulates Siamese culinary attributes and the use of sustainable ingredients from both the land and sea of the kingdom.

The new experience at Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin grants each diner the freedom to create their own menu. Presented by our amiable staff, diners will be treated to surprises with a daily selection of ocean-fresh catches. With a firm commitment to the ecosystem, whether on land or sea, both realms are conscientiously considered as we strive for sustainability in each dish served at Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin.

This new dining experience not only offers guests a fresh perspective by allowing them to create their own selections but also underscores the integration of sustainability into every aspect of culinary artistry. Conceptualised by Chef Henrik Yde-Andersen and Senior Head Chef Berm Chayawee Sutcharitchan, dishes are prepared with a community-focused, sustainable approach, incorporating nose-to-tail cooking methods to utilise every part of every ingredient. The chefs have meticulously re-evaluated all ingredients to ensure that the restaurant nurtures the ecosystem with care, from soil to water—where sustainability meets mindfulness.

The ‘Legends of the Lotus’ journey commences with the ‘In the Lounge’ act—a warm and inviting ambience where diners can relax while being presented with a selection of amuse-bouches favoured by many. The street food-inspired bites include a Soy-Salted Meringue with Cashew and fresh Thai Wasabi, a Crispy Golden Ball & Foamy Massaman and a Saffron-Spiced Mango Chutney, reminiscent of Chef Henrik’s first visit to Thailand, where he was captivated by the golden temples of Bangkok. The Danish and Thai favourites, Chargrilled Vegetable Puff with Pork Cracklings and Baby Scallops with Three Varieties of Basil, awaken diners’ taste buds. There will also be a mini demonstration showcasing the preparation of Betel Leaf Wrap with Passion Fruit and Chilli, highlighting the vibrant and flavourful essence of Thai cuisine, sourced from the land and sea alike.

Diners are then ushered to the main dining area, ‘In the Restaurant’, where they are greeted with a quick prelude—an offering of Fermented Lotus in Lotus, serving as both an introduction and a testament to our commitment to the green movement at Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin.
 

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At the heart of the ‘In the Restaurant’ act are six new and exciting dishes, each a celebration of Thailand’s rich culinary heritage and presented with a narrative that intertwines sustainability with gastronomic delight. The soup course welcomes guests with a choice between two unique Thai-spiced soups: Tom Yum Shellfish Broth or Duck Consommé Aromatised with Five Spices served with Northern-style Salad, Smoked Fragrant Sausages and D-I-Y Duck Pancake.  The salad course offers a complexity of flavours and modern cooking techniques, with options like Spicy Marinated Grilled Cucumber Salad with Lemongrass-seasoned Squid and Avocado and Ginger-marinated Pineapple with Spicy Ceviche of Catch-of-the-Day. 

One of Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin’s all-time favourite acts amongst diners, the noodle-inspired course presents indulgent yet tasteful options, including Golden Carrot Noodles with Tamarind and Grilled & Glazed Giant River Prawn, a refined take of Thailand’s classic Pad Thai, or Mushroom Noodles with Stuffed Morels and Yunnan Truffles , inspired by the onset of spring in Denmark. The curry dish, a perennial favourite, offers either Sra Bua-Style Green Curry Based on Our Own Paste and In-House Pressed Coconut Milk or Southern-style Yellow Curry with Blue Crab & Fermented Garlic, catering to varying preferences of spice levels.

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The new experience at Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin offers guests extra excitement as the main dishes are revealed: Turmeric-Infused Chicken with Roasted Artichokes, Peanuts and Ginger, a satay-inspired dish made with the in-house spices of Thailand together with Chef Henrik’s classic homemade oyster sauce, topped by tender chicken, or Slow-Cooked Beef with Burnt Onions, Oyster Sauce and Brown Ginger. The fermentation methods ensure that every part of each oyster is used and the process does not harm the ecosystem.

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The culmination of the main course transitions seamlessly into dessert. Prior to that, diners can cleanse their palates elegantly. Chef Henrik’s reminiscence of a jasmine-scented ride in a Bangkok metered taxi in 2006 is brought to life with Flowers of Thailand—a visually captivating dessert resembling a garland, evoking memories of Thailand’s rich cultural heritage. Dessert arrives as a fun and delightful spectacle, with talents showcasing the art of pressing coconut milk before diners, to be incorporated into the dessert, Bananas Baked in Banana Leaves with Coconut Snow and Salted Palm Sugar Ice Cream. For enthusiasts of Thai tea, Chef Henrik creates a duo of Thai Tea Flan with Crystal Bubbles, infused with tea leaves from Chiang Rai province and bergamot for an aromatic scent. The ‘Legends of the Lotus’ dining journey concludes with a serving of iconic petit fours, cementing Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin a must-visit destination for discerning diners in Bangkok.

The ‘Legends of the Lotus’ dinner journey at Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin is available today until 30 September 2024, priced at THB 4,400++ per person. 

Enhance your experience with the following ultimate beverage options:

• Chef Henrik recommended 6-glass wine pairing for THB 3,900++ per person
• Signature 6-glass cocktail pairing for THB 2,700++ per person
• Refreshing 6-glass beverage pairing for THB 1,290++ per person

*All dining prices exclude the 10% service charge and 7% government tax.

Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin is open daily for dinner, served between 17:30pm and 24:00am (last orders at 22:30pm), located on the lobby floor of Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok.

For more information or reservations, please call Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin at +66 (0) 2 162 9000, email [email protected] or visit our website at www.kempinski.com/en/siam-hotel/restaurants-bars/sra-bua-by-kiin-kiin/legends-of-the-lotus.

About Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin: Voted as one of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2014 and 2015; awarded one Michelin star by the ‘MICHELIN Guide Thailand’ for the sixth consecutive year since 2018, Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin offers a culinary adventure like no other. With modern Thai-inspired cuisine complemented by contemporary twists, the restaurant aims to surprise and delight diners with every dish. Chef Chayawee invites guests to indulge in an extraordinary culinary performance, where basic Thai ingredients are transformed into daring combinations, maintaining the essence of traditional Thai flavours. The cuisine, widely acclaimed as ‘modern gastronomy at its best’, offers a unique departure from traditional home-style cooking. Diners can expect innovative presentations, such as curry served with the texture and temperature of ice cream, or bites of lobster encased in gelatinous pearls that melt in the mouth with a sip of tom yum broth. Everything, from fish sauce to prawn crackers, is crafted in-house in the Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin kitchen.

About Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok: On 27 September 2010, Kempinski Hotels, Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group, opened its first Thailand property in the capital city of Bangkok, Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, the city-resort adjacent to Sra Pathum Palace and located in the heart of Bangkok’s premier shopping and entertainment district. The luxury five-star hotel combines Kempinski’s trademark European flair with traditional Thai hospitality. Each of the hotel’s 397 guestrooms and suites offers views of the surrounding gardens and pools, with 22 rooms providing direct access to the pool. Thailand’s rich artistic heritage is showcased throughout  Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, with over 2,000 pieces of art on display, including over 200 original paintings and sculptures commissioned from Thai artists.

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Kullakitti Charoenmuang · Assistant Public Relations Manager
Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok
991/9 Rama I Road · Pathumwan · Bangkok 10330 · Thailand
T: +66 2 162 9000 · [email protected]
 

Lalida Hirunteerapol · Director of Marketing and Communications
Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok
991/9 Rama I Road · Pathumwan · Bangkok 10330 · Thailand
T: +66 2 162 9000 · [email protected]