– Thailand cuisine is known for its amazing balance of sweet, sour, bitter and salty flavors often finished with aromatic herbs. Thai food has been influenced by many cultures including India, China and Portugal. The Thais have incorporated these ideas into their cuisine for centuries to create their own unique dishes.
It would be almost unthinkable to eat a Thai meal with no vegetables. Raw, stir fried, pickled or fermented are just a few of the many ways vegetables are enjoyed. Usually raw vegetables are served alongside highly seasoned meats, salads and dips creating a wonderful contrast.
Thais prefer smaller bits of meat, usually grilled or stewed and thanks to the Chinese often stir fried or deep fried. Chilies were brought by the Portuguese from South America and essentially replaced green peppercorn as a means of heat. Many of these cooking techniques, serving ideas and ingredients remain essentially unchanged over the centuries.
In Thailand meals are a social gatherings and everyone is encouraged to sample and share their plates. Restaurant Week in Puerto Vallarta is the perfect time to do just that. The festival, which began on May 15th, continues through June 10th.
This event encompasses Here’s the Restaurant Week menu for Siam Cocina Thai. There are three courses and choices for each course. The cost is $459 pesos per person, which does not include tip or beverages.
Sample exceptional Thai cuisine during this extraordinary offer. The regular a la carte menu is .