Khao Chae and chill

As the temperature rises, summer menus are being rolled out and one of the Thai summer classics is khao chae or rice in cold water with an assortment of side dishes.

Ruen Noppagao on Sathon 6 serves not one type of khao chae but three: original, vegetarian and halal. I tried the original style. All of their delicacies on this set menu are served in exquisite Benjarong ware adorned with a peafowl motif, specially made for the restaurant and the menu.

Coconut milk ice-cream, sweet…