Mon’s Delicacy
An elaborate khao chae on a golden platter
published : 16 Apr 2021 at 04:00
Being of Mon descent, I have many fond memories of tucking into aromatic jasmine rice submerged in cold jasmine-infused water during Mon occasions with the rest of the family. When Siam Tea Room rolled out the khao chae set on its menu, I was quick to grab the opportunity to see how Siam Tea Room produces their version of something so familiar to me.
The khao chae I remember having is slightly different from the one at Siam Tea Room, where Chef Phukvarun Watchmon doles out an elaborate khao chae…