To garner diner’s attention, Bangkok chefs and purveyors have created an array of tempting events and activities to explore before we head into December. Please peruse and contact the venues for further details. THU 19 NOV @ QUINCE BANGKOK (SIRI HOUSE) Kicking off a Guest-Chef Series that proposes to explore the possibilities of cooking withContinue reading “Wine events in Bangkok Nov 2020”
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A fabulous braised chicken dish
Here we begin with the original version from Mark Bittman’s instructions: Ingredient list: Chicken breast, tomatoes, lemons, capers, olives, olive oil and basil Preparation: Heat oven to 220 C. Combine 2 or 3 chopped tomatoes, the juice of 1/2 lemon, 1 teaspoon capers and a handful of olives. Lightly grease the pan with olive oil,Continue reading “A fabulous braised chicken dish”
The fabulous 2017 Chablis by Thomas Pico
The face of a man who works tirelessly in the vineyard. Thomas also just returned from a market visit to Japan, and headed straight to the Les Penitentes tasting, an off-fair in Angers during the St Jean de Greniers and Salon de la Loire. After the meager allocation of the 2015 and 2016 vintages, andContinue reading “The fabulous 2017 Chablis by Thomas Pico”
Fatalone, when the casual wine happens to be a grown up
When we decided to try Pasquale’s Fatalone, we weren’t aware the estate is part of RAW Wine, and moving around the realm of Natural Wine Guru: Alice Feiring. The aim was to locate a rich Southern Italian, made from organic grapes, that are tended by the owner and winemaker themselves. To our surprise, this uniqueContinue reading “Fatalone, when the casual wine happens to be a grown up”
Adrian Tramier, the Medoc Outsider
According to an article in the Wine Enthusiast (Oct 28), contributor Roger Voss explains “This (Medoc & Cru Bourgeois) is the real Bordeaux: wines made with the same care as those from the famed Crus Classés, by families that have often been in the same place for generations.” The many families here make outstanding wines,Continue reading “Adrian Tramier, the Medoc Outsider”
Cru Beaujolais, why Gamay needs to be your new Pinot Noir
We think its time to share the excitement for wines coming from southern Burgundy, and make Gamay your next Pinot Noir! There is simply no better value in the market right now for fine wines. Join us and 3 other importers at this tasting, which also falls on the kick off date for Beaujolais NouveauContinue reading “Cru Beaujolais, why Gamay needs to be your new Pinot Noir”
Rajat Parr in Bangkok
We have been working with Raj and his wines since 2015. Initially only Sandhi Wines, then Evening Lands from Oregon and lastly also with the Pinot Noir specialist Domaine de la Cote. Each year, we grab the tiny allocation for Thailand, and are pleased to present them to you with the winemaker, communicator, author andContinue reading “Rajat Parr in Bangkok”
Domaine des Enfants, Cotes Catalanes
Some good friends from the far reaches of France have arrived in Bangkok! From Maury and surrounding area, this part of the South is extremely isolated. Off the beaten path seems almost too kind. But like the few newcomers to the area at the foothills of the Pyrenees, Carrie & Marcel, are carving out someContinue reading “Domaine des Enfants, Cotes Catalanes”
Upcoming wine events in Bangkok
Sunday, October 6th, 2019 Alexander German Eatery is conveniently located in Ekamai Soi 12. Join us and It’s Riesling between 3-6pm – to taste will be a selection of 20 wines from Germany, Austria and Alsace. The ticket price is thb 1,000 per person and includes a thb 500 food voucher for the restaurant. YouContinue reading “Upcoming wine events in Bangkok”
Clos des Chezeaux, Gevrey Chambertin
Amelie Berthaut – a few years ago the up and coming young winemaker, who returned from abroad, is already today a highly respected vigneron in her home town of Fixin in Burgundy. Both her parents are from winemaking lineage, owning the Domaine Denis Berthaut as well as Domaine Gerbet, which she now merged into DomaineContinue reading “Clos des Chezeaux, Gevrey Chambertin”