Montien’s Legendary Chicken and Rice Returns| Bangkok Foodies
Montien Hotel Surawong Bangkok makes a come-back after 18 months of renovation, from old school to retro chic, foodies can now indulge at Ruenton Restaurant with a revamped version of the famous Chicken and Rice.
From flaming Pad Kaprao in the back of a pick-up truck, to the Chinese donut meets Croissant fusion, there are new Street Food trends popping up all the time in Bangkok. Even though it is fun to try out new insta-worthy dishes, sometimes a simple comforting dish is all you need. If you ask any foodie about their favourite Thai’s Street Food dishes, we’re sure that the classic Chicken and Rice will always be near the top of the list. Luckily for Bangkokians and travel-for-food-foodies, Montien Hotel Surawong Bangkok have recently revived their famous Chicken and Rice!
Originated in Singapore, this comforting dish only has two essential components: poached chicken and a herb and spice infused white rice served with chilli garlic dipping sauce. The uncomplicated nature of the dish inspires many home chefs to create their own recipes, making Chicken and Rice one of the most popular dishes in Thailand. the dish is relatively easy to find wherever you go in Thailand, it’s been said that you won’t find one that tastes quite like the legendary Chicken and Rice at Montien Hotel Surawong Bangkok.
With the reopening of Ruenton, the hotel’s main restaurant, Bangkok’s foodies can now enjoy the original taste of their famous Chicken and Rice in a new contemporary setting. After 18 months of renovation, the restaurant has turned over a new leaf to reveal a modern retro interior design inspired by classic Thai hues, complete with a private collection of Chinese pottery and antiques from the owner’s private collection. “We are extremely proud to mark this exciting new chapter in Ruenton’s history as we welcome back regular customers together with a new generation of diners to celebrate this amazing transformation,” said Montien Hotel’s Executive Director, Mr Montien Tantakit. The new ‘retro chic’ setting makes an incredible backdrop for those wanting to dust-off their vintage finds and don their flared jeans and plaid shirts, just like the good ol’ days.
It wasn’t an easy feat making an ordinary dish memorable. Before Montien’s Chicken and Rice became legendary, Executive Chef Amnuay Aneksuwan, who has been with the Montien Hotel’s restaurant for over 19 years and counting, the team studied the dish and created thousands of recipes for the hotel’s chairman to sample. “He asked them to make this dish for him to try every day. Their experiments must have taken thousands of chickens and countless bags of rice before they could finally perfect this much-loved dish as we know it today.” Not a bad position to be in, we think.
So what’s the secret formula that sets Montien Hotel’s Chicken and Rice apart? Obviously the journey began with the chicken. “We only use fresh chickens that weigh around four kilograms. The chickens are delivered to the hotel a day after they were slaughtered. We never, ever use frozen chicken or any frozen ingredients for that matter,” said chef Amnuay.
Their extra care for details results in thick chicken chunks that are tender yet firm, with additional flavouring from a dash of house-made sesame oil. The team takes no less care when it comes to the rice, selecting only Jasmine Rice that is neither too old or new. Thanks to their customised rice cooking station made only for this recipe, the rice comes out as a perfect match to the juicy chicken. To finish off, the Chicken and Rice are arranged into a serving platter that includes four varieties of dipping sauces and soup for foodies to create their own flavourful combination.
Although Chicken and Rice may be the highlight dish at Ruenton Restaurant, hungry foodies shouldn’t miss their other signature Thai/Chinese dishes such as Crispy Mussels which uses Montien Hotel’s own batter recipe, along with comforting Dim Sum favourites from Steamed BBQ Pork Buns to Turnip Cake.
Make Montien Hotel Surawong Bangkok’s legendary Chicken and Rice part of your lunch or dinner plan. Service starts from 10am until sold out. There’s only one size which is ฿320++ (฿377 net).
Ruenton Restaurant at Montien Hotel Surawong Bangkok
54 Thanon Surawong, Silom, Khet Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500
Tel: +662 233 7060
Email: info@montienbangkok.com
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