| If you're a sucker for Siam, head straight to Vilom Thai. It's situated meekly on a busy restaurant strip of Smith Street, just as the road begins to take its incline towards the city. Walk through its teak-tinted double doors and you'll smell coconut rice on the boil, curries simmering and perhaps a discreet pop of a wine cork.
A hint of Thailand has been charmingly created using soft, gentle colours throughout. The pale cloths on the tables have baby candles in the centre, typical Thai gold trimming is everywhere - most noticeably on the cornices and crockery - and the tiles and shelves are of a warm, earthy colour. Thai herbs are fresh and abundantly present in most dishes, and the cooks aren't afraid of being generous with their chilli garnishes, either.
Chef: Julie Rattanavong
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