SIGNATURE DISHES

Escargot (Cafe de Paris sauce) Foie gras Baked scallops with cheese Kobe beef fondue Cheese fondue Andaman spaghetti

SETTING: On the outside The Andaman looks like a normal Thai house, but the inside is a brilliant interplay of colour.

FOOD: Fondue may be the highlight here, be it the seafood or Bourguignonne variations, but the foie gras, pasta and steak are not to be dismissed either. Baked Alaskan scallops with cheese that slowly melts in the mouth is a delight, or go for leafy rocket salad with fresh balsamic dressing and Italian sausage. Bourguignonne fondue presents chunks of local or imported beef like kobe, while prime rib from Australia also proves a fine choice, diced and served traditionally with a sizzling oil pot, sauces and garlic bread. Another speciality is cheese fondue warmed in a clay pot based on an authentic recipe that perfumes melted Swiss gruyere and emmental with white wine and kirsch. It tastes exceptional. Dessert adaptations include rich chocolate fondue with fresh fruits and butter cake as well as hot chocolate souffle.

WINE: A good balance of red and white wines.

SERVICE: Waiters are patient and willing to make recommendations.

PRICE: A prime rib and cheese fondue treat for two costs about 2,500 baht minus wine.