SIGNATURE DISHES

Spice island appetiser Sweet and sour duck Fried squid with garlic and pepper Prawns in dry red curry

SETTING: Elegant dining within the opulence of Samui Central Beach Resort with the sounds of the sea in the background.

FOOD: Starting with a complimentary sample of deep-fried banana flowers from the vegetarian menu, one is immediately immersed into classical Thai cuisine. Boasting an extensive menu of Thailand's most popular traditional dishes, this is a dining experience not to be missed. The time-honoured tastes of the kingdom include fried spring rolls with plum sauce, papaya salad and snapper in tamarind sauce. The set menus are highly recommended. Vegetarians are well catered for, with tofu massamun curry being one of the best vegetarian dishes around. To complement the customary Thai desserts, Spice Island also dishes out unique coconut-inspired selections and a bewildering array of ice-cream flavours.

WINE: Spice Island offers a wide selection of international wines suited to any palate.

SERVICE: Bordering on fine dining, the service staff is friendly, knowledgeable and attentive without being intrusive.

PRICE: A typical three-course meal for two minus wine costs about 1,200 baht.