Chiang Mai-Hod Rd., San Pa Tong district. Approximately 20 kilometres out of Chiang Mai city. Tel. (053) 824 403 or (081) 530 4600.

When driving to San Pa Tong District while en-route to the famous Doi Inthanon National Park, Kaew Ruandee restaurant will serve as the ideal stopping place for experiencing some deliciously authentic Thai food.

Kaewruandee is both unique in its name and outstanding, traditional Lanna-style decoration – beautifully incorporating antiques into a temple-like building constructed entirely from old wood.

This elaborate and brilliant design is the product of the mind of its owner, who is a craftsman renowned for specializing in antique architectural designs.

Apart from the stylish, inner décor, Kaew Ruandee’s exterior is also noteworthy, surrounded as it is by a lush, green garden that merges well with its environment, and offers an atmosphere that will enhance your appetite.

But Kaew Ruandee is not just its décor and surroundings. It also provides a wide range of tasty Thai dishes at a fair price. The various items on the menu include fried noodles with crab meat (Shanghai style), Thai red tilapia fish with Thai aroma herbs and tuna salad (alsoThai style), plus a number of mouth-watering others.

Give Kaew Ruandee restaurant a try, on Chiang Mai-Hod Rd., San Pa Tong district. Approximately 20 kilometres out of Chiang Mai city. Tel. (053) 824 403 or (081) 530 4600.

Tiger Pier

Charoenrat Rd., near Ping riverside on the east bank. (085) 040 0880 or (081) 881 8138.

After a hard day’s work, some people may seek an ideal location for relaxing and hanging out with friends. One of the most common areas for night-life lovers is the Ping’s riverside area, and adjacent to the Brasserie pub in that area is a new restaurant called ‘Tiger Pier,’ also known locally as ‘Tha-Sua.’

With its perfect outdoor ambience, Tiger Pier is the ideal place for chilling out with friends amidst the cool evening breezes. Decorated as it is in a unique, chic style, visitors are generally struck with delight and surprise after their first step into its world of creative decorations. For example, they may find themselves using a colorful tank as a chair; a washbasin as a table; and - most peculiar of all – confronting a bright-yellow minibus that functions as a bar!

Tiger Pier serves a wide range of beverages at reasonable prices. In addition, live performances by talented musicians are offered every night - creating an authentically relaxing environment.

Tiger Pier is easy to find. It’s on Charoenrat Rd., near Ping riverside on the east bank, not far from Wat Gaet. A car park is also available. It’s open daily. For reservations, please call (085) 040 0880 or (081) 881 8138.