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City & Island: 8-Hands Dinner Celebrates Thailand’s Culinary Exellence in Phuket

Phuket, Thailand, August 04, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The ‘City & Island’ 8-hands dinner by TOP25 Restaurants and Tambu Phuket brought together four of Thailand’s most acclaimed chefs for a well-attended rooftop dining experience on 24 July 2025. Beneath Tambu’s Mughal-inspired tented palace, culinary stars Chef Saurabh Sachdeva of Tambu, Chef Tammasak “Noi” Chootong of Suay, Chef Sujira “Aom” Pongmorn of Khaan, and Chef Haikal Johari of Avant united Bangkok and Phuket’s finest flavours in a one-night-only showcase.
The evening began with a crafted welcome drink by guest mixologist John Villaneuva of Mr’s B Bar & Table, setting the tone for the night. The tasting menu followed with standout creations including Chef Haikal’s Amaebi – ume, uni and smoked cream; Chef Saurabh’s charcoal-grilled lamb Burrah with Mathania chilli; Chef Noi’s Andaman crab taco topped with salmon caviar; and Chef Aom’s whimsical “Forget Husband Sticky Rice.” Each dish reflected the chef’s signature style, drawing praise from a delighted crowd of gastronomes.
About Tambu
Located in a breathtaking rooftop ‘tented palace’ at Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong – MGallery, Tambu reimagines the opulence of India’s Mughal era through the culinary mastery of Iron Chef Saurabh Sachdeva. Overlooking the Andaman Sea and surrounded by lush mountains, Tambu offers a unique dining experience with seating for 50 guests that blends the richness of North-Indian heritage with modern charcoal cuisine techniques. Each dish, crafted with premium ingredients and the finesse of open-flame cooking, tells a story of flavour, tradition, and innovation. Tambu Phuket is featured in the Michelin Guide and is open daily from 6pm – 11pm with weekend lunch from 12pm – 2.30pm (Sat & Sun) For information and reservations, please contact:
Website: www.tambuphuket.com
Email: info@tambuphuket.com
Phone: +66 (0)95 834 7208
About TOP25 Restaurants
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