Novotel Vijayawada Varun is set to bring the vibrant flavours of Thailand to Red Bowl with a week-long Thai Food Festival from 8th to 14th July. Guests can savour an authentic Thai dinner experience from 7:00 PM onwards each day, featuring a specially curated menu built around authentic recipes, traditional techniques, aromatic herbs, and Thailand’s signature balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavours.
“Through the Thai Food Festival at Red Bowl, we are delighted to offer our guests a taste of Thailand’s vibrant culinary culture. The menu has been thoughtfully curated to highlight authentic flavours, fresh ingredients, and the spirit of Thai hospitality, creating a dining experience that is both distinctive and memorable,” said Manish Pathak, Hotel Manager, Novotel Vijayawada Varun.
Adding authenticity to the festival is acclaimed Thai culinary expert Chef Penpak Panjampee (Chef Vina), one of the foremost ambassadors of Thai gastronomy. Renowned for curating menus for distinguished dignitaries and luxury culinary events across the globe, Chef Vina has played a pivotal role in promoting authentic Thai cuisine in India through exclusive food festivals, menu development, and culinary education. With a deep commitment to preserving traditional Thai flavours while sharing the country’s rich culinary heritage, Chef Vina will lead the festival, bringing the true essence of Thailand to every dish served at Novotel Vijayawada Varun.
The specially curated menu brings together some of Thailand’s most celebrated culinary treasures, beginning with the iconic Tom Yum Soup, a fragrant hot and sour broth infused with lemongrass, galangal and kaffir lime leaves. Guests can enjoy the refreshing Som Tam (Raw Papaya Salad), before moving on to the succulent Chicken Satay, perfectly grilled and served with a rich peanut sauce. For the mains, the aromatic Thai Green Curry, (Kaeng Khiao Wan), Thai Yellow Curry (Kaeng Lueang ) or the much-loved Pad Thai Noodles promises an authentic taste of Thailand in every bite. The festival also features an extensive selection of authentic Thai soups, salads, appetizers, curries, stir-fries, rice and noodle specialties, complemented by indulgent desserts such as the classic Mango Sticky Rice, Coconut Cake, and Ice Cream Sam Rot, offering guests a wholesome Thai dining experience.
Prepared with authentic herbs, spices and traditional ingredients, the menu is designed to stay true to Thailand’s culinary roots while appealing to diners looking for a distinctive dining experience in Vijayawada.
