Chedi Thai
- Author:
- Jackie McMillan
- Posted:
- Wednesday, 27 February 2008
Greg and Shanya Richardson have a decade of experience working in luxury Asian hotels behind them, so it’s not surprising to see a Thai spa aesthetic to their restaurant. You’re greeted by the sound of trickling water pouring through wide bamboo into a pond full of tiny fish. Relax in a high-backed rattan chair as visually appealing Thai dishes are presented on pale jade plates. Unwrap your own banana leaf parcel of steamed Fish Soufflé ($12 / 2 pieces) and delight in bright fresh flavours and tender fish. Vegetarian Corn Patties ($10) remind me of fresh popcorn in their light tapioca batter and plum dipping sauce. Pineapple Fried Rice ($16.50) tastes even better served in a fresh pineapple boat; and the Spicy Pork Belly ($17.90) in red curry sauce is excellent. Pricing is friendly, and according to Greg, the flavours are all ‘authentic, apart from how hot it is.’ So with heat toned down for a Western palate, if you like it hot, remember to ask. It’s worth skipping the bottle shop too, as the wine mark-ups are incredibly low. Bottles are all under $45, glasses range from $5-6 and spirits (including brands like Absolute) are all $6.
Chedi Thai
74-78 King Street, Newtown Ph: (02) 9516 1127
Thai $$
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Story posted on Wednesday, 27 February 2008, filed under Dining Guide, Thai. Follow responses via the RSS feed.
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