A trip to Thailand at Krua Thai

By Wein P. Gadian

Thailand is famous for its spicy and tasty food most Filipinos enjoyed. From the variety of curry beef, chicken and pork to the spicy soups and dishes made of seafoods and other meat especially their very own fried rice captured the hearts of most Filipinos specially the Ilonggos. Although some Thai food could be bought in supermarkets, there are still spices which are best served when freshly cooked and eaten hot. Such craving for Thai food could be satisfied as Krua Thai continues to serve their costomers with authentic Thai dishes a la tour to Thailand.

“Krua” a Thai word meaning “kitchen” -

KRUA THAI, means Thai Kitchen. One would ask “What's in the Thai kitchen?” This could be answered by the cozy two storey restaurant in terms of Thai specialties and delicacies. Opened October 29, 2004 and located at Unit 4, Kimwa Commercial Complex, B. Aquino Ave., Mandurriao district near (Citi Hardware).

Krua Thai with the bright colors of red and gold breathtakingly takes you to Thailand. Its architectural design from the stairs, the tables and chairs, and even the utensils used all brings Thailand to reality.

An ideal place for special occasions, small group discussions, business

meeting, a simple dinner or lunch with a friend. Other than the visual designs, it also serves variety of menus and Krua's specialty. With almost 80 types of menus from main course to beverage, one could never leave unsatisfied. Not only does it gives you a glimpse of Thailand and a taste of its best food and delicacies, it also serves as a showroom for those who are interested with the furniture and decorations, all shipped from Thailand.

As Krua Thai Manager Mr. Raul Tan said, 75% of the spices, herbs and sauces they use were all from Thailand making the dishes authentic Thai. All the food served are cooked and prepared by their in house Thailander chefs ensuring that everything is perfectly Thai. Among its specialty are the Tom Yam soup which comes in three preparations – seafood, shrimps. Krua Thai iced tea and Kruah Thai green tea and others which all gives that distinct Thai taste.

Krua Thai opens daily at 11:00a.m. – 2:30p.m., 5:30p.m. – 10:00p.m. Sunday – Thursday, 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. on Friday – Saturday. It has a capacity of 75 persons at the 2nd floor, 35 at the ground floor and 50 on the front. It also accept reservations, catering services for meetings and other special occasions. For inquiries and details call 3213784. So if you want to experience Thailand, dine and relax at Krua Thai.