From 13 June 2022 - The Okura Prestige Bangkok celebrates the Moon Festival, or 'Tsukimi' in Japan, with scrumptious and exclusive 'Shiawase Moon-Cake.' A traditional Japanese holiday, Tsukimi is an age-old festival honouring the autumn moon - the name itself literally translates to 'moon-viewing' because it falls on the night of mid-autumn when it is customary for people across the country to go out and celebrate the moon in its full glory.
This exclusive 'Shiawase Moon-Cake' or 'Celebration of Happiness' features traditional signature flavours to satisfy the most ardent sweet-tooth, including golden custard; purple sweet potato and yolk; and the exotic Chanthaburi monthong.
In addition, the culinary team has created fabulous Japanese-inspired flavours such as Kyoho grape and yolk; Uji Hokicha and almonds; Kyoto sake and chocolate; Japanese musk melon and yolk; and the mysteriously perfect combination of bamboo charcoal and Buddha's hand citron.
The enchanting 'Shiawase Moon-Cake' come wrapped in beautiful traditional Furoshiki fabrics and are available as a '10th Anniversary Box' set containing 10-pieces of all flavours at the price of Baht 1,988 net; a regular set of 5-pieces containing the Japanese inspired flavours at Baht 1,488 net; and a regular set of 5-pieces comprising one signature flavour at Baht 1,488 net.
'Shiawase Moon-Cakes' are available from 13 June to 10 September 2022. An exclusive early-bird promotion is available for the regular set of 5-pieces at Baht 1,088 net with pre-payment required. The early-bird promotion runs from 13 - 30 June 2022 at La Patisserie at The Okura Prestige Bangkok.
For more information please call +66 (0) 2 687 9000 or email: [email protected]
Welcomes summer with sweet sensations 'Lavender Afternoon Tea'
The Okura Prestige Bangkok is delighted to herald the coming of the summer months with the wonderfully relaxing 'Lavender Afternoon Tea' for two at Up & Above Restaurant and Bar. An indulgence designed to be shared; this all-time annual favourite will be available from 1 July to 30 September 2022.
Captivating Summer Sensations - July's culinary highlights at The Okura Prestige Bangkok
Setting the flavour tone for the hot season, the thorough components in the 'Lavender Afternoon Tea' are filled with delicious ingredients and decorated in cooling shades of purple. These are confections that not only pay tribute to Japan's early-summer lavender season but also calling out for attention because of their unique flavour combinations and photogenic properties - they look too good to eat!
Highlights of the succulent savoury items are aromatic miso cream cheese and Ikura tartlet; foie gras brioche and fig; tasty Japanese potato and curry croquette; and smoked salmon sando; and much more.
Those with a love of floral sweetness will delight in a satisfying selection of desserts that include potato choux cream; mouthwatering blueberry cheesecake; white chocolate cremeaux with yuzu and blackcurrant; beautiful lavender chocolate praline; and our signature lavender macaron. One-of-a-kind lavender-blueberry scones complete a fabulously refreshing afternoon pick-me-up enjoyed in lavish surroundings.
Celebrate the arrival of summer with the captivating 'Lavender Afternoon Tea' at the lavish Up & Above Restaurant and Bar at The Okura Prestige Bangkok. It is a superb sharing experience for two and is priced at Baht 1,750++ per set. Available daily from 14:00 to 17:00 hrs.
For more information please call +66 (0) 2 687 9000 or email: [email protected]
Delicate Seasonal Kaiseki Experience at Yamazato Delight the Senses this Summer
With the arrival of summer, Master Chef Shigeru Hagiwara is once again showcasing delicate yet mouthwatering authentic seasonal Kaiseki focusing on the best prime seasonal ingredients Japan has to offer. The 'Fumitsuki Kaiseki' is available from 1 to 31 July 2022 at award-winning Yamazato at The Okura Prestige Bangkok.
Highlights of the 'Fumitsuki Kaiseki Lunch Experience' include smoked duck with pan-fried scallop, baby corn, star-shapped paprika and yogurt egg yolk balsamic vinegar; assorted seasonal sashimi including tuna, yellowtail and sea bream; grilled Spanish mackerel with corn mayonnaise, star-shaped paprika, sweet potato and pickled tomato; assorted tempura such as shrimp, conger eel, shiitake mushroom and Japanese green chilli; and the spectacular simmered rice fukagawa-style topped with asari clam, nori seaweed and oba and served with miso soup and pickles. The seasonal sensation ends with mouthwatering serving of mango pudding with sweetened beans and matcha sauce.
Captivating Summer Sensations - July's culinary highlights at The Okura Prestige Bangkok
As twilight falls the stars come out to shine on the elegant 'Fumitsuki Kaiseki Dinner Experience.' It comprises stellar offerings such as fresh soymilk skin and star-shaped okra, sea urchin and Chinese wolfberry with starchy soy sauce; eel kabayaki with steamed octopus, tomato, broad bean and shimeji mushroom with sesame balsamic vinegar; assorted seasonal sashimi such as tuna, sweet shrimp, yellowtail and horse mackerel; delicious grilled black cod served with beef, leek miso, eringi mushroom, carrot and star-shaped paprika; assorted tempura including snow crab, shrimp, cutlass fish, lotus roots, pumpkin and asparagus; and an authentic Japanese culinary conclusion to the main course dishes in the form of luscious hot chasoba noodles served with sweet fish, shimeji, mushroom, honewort and yuzu. Refreshing coconut flavoured tapioca provides a light sweet finish to a fabulous meal.
The delectable 'Fumitsuki Kaiseki Experience' will be available from 1 to 31 July 2022. The 'Fumitsuki Kaiseki Lunch Experience,' is priced at Baht 1,700++ per set per person; and the 'Fumitsuki Kaiseki Dinner Experience,' is priced at Baht 4,700++ per set per person.
Yamazato is open daily for lunch from 11:30 to 14:30 hrs. and from 18:00 to 22:30 hrs. for dinner. For more information or to make a reservation, please call +66 (0) 2 687 9000 or email: [email protected]
Source: The Okura Prestige Bangkok