If you've been to Thailand and loved its traditions and food, Thai Place in Thames Street could help you relive the experience. The ambience pleases the eye, with a red and white interior, soft lighting, and well laid out dark tables and chairs.

According to Thai tradition meals usually include at least three main dishes complemented by either rice or noodles and sharing helps in making the experience all the more special. You could perhaps try khanompang na moor, minced pork and prawn on toast, or tender spare ribs for starters. An extensive list of mains presents choices such as nue kra-pow, stir-fried beef with chilli and basil; sweet and sour chicken with pineapple and tomatoes; tangy tamarind duck, and steamed sea bass.

Thai curries take in the popular red and green as well as massaman and panang in coconut cream with potatoes, chilli, onions, peanuts, lemon, and basil leaves.