Angelini, Momo Paradise, Patara, and Amaltery
Angelini, Momo Paradise, Patara, and Amaltery
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Nuovo Angelini
After a seven-month renovation, Angelini (Lobby Level, Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok, Soi Wat Suan Plu, New Road, 02-236-7777, www.shangri-la.com. Open daily 11:30am-2:30pm, 6-11pm) has unveiled a vibrant new look, complete with river views and chill-out terrace. The menu is also revamped, featuring a selection of light and healthy Mediterranean cuisine. Live entertainment and resident DJs keep you company nightly.
Let’s Meat Up
In the mood for meat? Head to Momo Paradise (7/F, CentralWorld, Ratchadamri Rd., 08-0290-9007. Open daily 11:30am-10pm) and feast till you drop on its shabu shabu and suki buffet (B399 and B449 for both shabu and suki). This Tokyo-based chain allows diners 90 minutes to stuff themselves silly on unlimited Australian beef, SPF (specific pathogen free) pork, veggies and rice. Water is free or pay B39 for all-you-can-drink soft drinks.
Twisty Thai
Though the original in Sathorn has already closed its doors, heartbroken fans can now visit the latest Patara (375 Thonglor Soi 19, 02-185-2960, www.patarathailand.com. Open daily 11:30am-2:30pm, 6-11pm) outlet for the same tasty Thai dishes. This high-end brand of S&P gives a modern twist to traditional Thai cuisine and serves it alongside French and Californian wines. Recommendations are grilled aubergine and crabmeat salad in a lime caviar vinaigrette (B220), fried honey marinated duck in pandanus leaf (B190) and roti with New Zealand lamb panaeng (B190).
Tipsy Hours
Drop by Amaltery (Urban Kitchen, Erawan Bangkok, Ratchadamri Rd., 02-252-0232, www.amaltery.com. Open daily 10am-10pm) from 6-8pm and make the most of its happy hours, which entitles you to a buy-one-get-one-free deal on its cocktails-slash-ice-cream.
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