At Bangkok Cuisine the air is perfumed with citrus scents and a hint of coconut, garlic and chilies - flavors that characterize the taste of Thailand. This sensory experience sets the stage for what follows. Those who haven't visited Bangkok Cuisine in recent years are in for another treat. Thanks to extensive renovations and redecorating, this cozy downtown restaurant is now also a feast for the eye. Thai paintings, attractive tapestries and statuary adorn the cozy restaurant, sitar music plays softly in the background.
Vases containing real orchids grace the linen-topped tables.
The result is upscale but not stuffy. Based on his hearty recommendation, I did indeed order the soup, which is one of Thailand's best known culinary delights. But first, my guest and I decided to relax over drinks and give the kitchen's spring rolls a test run. Both were refreshing. Fried but not greasy, the rolls were stuffed with cabbage, mushrooms, carrots and chicken and served with a powerfully good dipping sauce.