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LE DU KAAN
From a dazzling alfresco deck overlooking the city’s skyline to an inventive
menu that interprets Thai cuisine with a unique storytelling narrative;
everything vies for attention at chef Thitid “Ton” Tassanakajohn’s Le Du

Kaan—Bangkok’s rst rooftop Thai restaurant by a Michelin-starred chef.

Located on the 56th oor of the landmark The Empire; Le Du Kaan
(meaning seasons in Thai) prides itself on being a sought-after address that
eschews mediocrity with a multi-sensorial journey in the heart of the Thai
capital. The timeless interiors pay an aesthetic ode to Thailand’s heritage
with a generous usage of gold and wooden accents, and a curated wine list

of ne and rare vintages from around the world throws light on the chef’s
nesse as a seasoned sommelier. However, these aren’t the highlights of

this immersive dining space as the spotlight stays focussed on the food.
Echoing the chef’s penchant for gastronomic innovation and excellence,
the creative menu reimagines the kingdom’s time-honored culinary
traditions for the 21st century, made using seasonal and local ingredients,
giving rise to standout dishes like Somtum punim (a wholesome papaya
salad made using soft shell crab) and Aom gai (marinated chicken mousse
ravioli) and Goong mae nam yang (grilled river prawns with a side of fried
rice and sweet pork) among many others. Reserve a table for a sensory
escape whenever you please, as the outlet remains open every day of the
week. A luncheon or dinner? Now that’s for you to choose!.

K BY VICKY CHENG

Michelin-starred Chef Vicky Cheng’s inimitable culinary air takes a
tangible form with K By Vicky Cheng—a sophisticated dining destination
that offers an innovative spin on modern Chinese cuisine. Nestled on

the 56th oor of “EA” Rooftop at The Empire in Bangkok, the visionary
menu at Cheng’s rst overseas project sees a delightful blend of Cantonese

and Chiu Chow avors via “The Harvest of Kilin” culinary concept,

transporting diners to the quaint by lanes of Hong Kong—one serving
at a time.
An elegantly designed in-house Chinese tea bar captures the country’s
exquisite tea culture, besides offering diners an impressive array of
tea-inspired beverages, Chinese teas, crafted tea-infused cocktails and

mocktails and ne wines to choose from. Enveloped in an ambiance of
contemporary design and rich heritage, the interiors bear a distinctive
design sensibility, rooted in the country’s rich heritage. The legendary
Qilin-inspired motifs, deep burgundy hues, lantern-inspired lighting,
intricately carved wooden panels, and other elements traditional Chinese
art fuses the legacy of the past with the modernity of the present, making
K By Vicky Cheng an unforgettable dining destination.