From humble beginnings as a modest curry house, Saffron has evolved into an acclaimed culinary destination—celebrated as the flagship Thai restaurant of Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts.

OVERVIEW

Saffron is a Banyan Tree Phuket's award-winning signature Thai restaurant offering an authentic taste of Thailand and presenting familiar flavours in surprising contemporary way. Experience a culinary journey through exotic Thai flavours in a contemporary yet classically elegant Banyan Tree setting. Originating as a simple curry house, Saffron has grown into an award-winning dining experience that is best known as the signature Thai restaurant of Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts.

AMBIENCE

The restaurant is warm and inviting and has both an indoor & outdoor seating, set against the backdrop of the stunning lagoon. The decor is minimal and has artefacts that showcase Thai heritage.

MUST TRY

• Yum Nue Yang
• Tom Yum Goong
• Moo Ob Nahm Pheung
• Khao Pad Saffron
• Massaman Nua
• Chu Chi Goong Yod Mapraw Onn Malagor
• Bigomoi

FOOD

Chef Tipa - Chef de Cuisine at Saffron Phuket and group-wide, has worked hard to create a menu that is reflective of the best of Thai cuisine that offers both Thais and international guests the familiar taste and flavour of Thai food in a contemporary setting.

SERVICE

Saffron’s approach to service is inspired by the traditions of Thai hospitality, where the comfort and pleasure of guests are of the highest importance. It’s hard to find fault with the staff, who seem to float effortlessly about the room.

PRICING

THB 1,500++ per person

SUMMARY

For a creative and authentic Thai cuisine experience in an elegant setting with graceful service, Saffron Phuket should be high on your list.

ABOUT CHEF

Chef Tipaporn joins Saffron at Banyan Group with over 10 years of culinary experience having worked with several international chains in Thailand & abroad. In her role she has proven that she is able to elevate restaurant positioning with creative and competitive offerings, drive restaurant preference with in-house and non-resident guests and effectively bring awareness and train the team on the changing preferences of guests in the Thai cuisine landscape.

She started her career as Commis Chef with Six Senses Yao Noi an island off-Phuket where during her 2-year stint, she honed her culinary creativity and learned the basics of operating a kitchen. She then moved to Maldives where she spent 2.5 years with Huvafen Fushi a boutique luxury resort as Junior Sous Chef and thereafter with the award-winning W Maldives where she started her journey as Thai Masterchef. Through her role as the specialty chef she spent time chronicling family recipes, experimenting with seasonal Thai ingredients and cooking techniques to find her niche and style. Alongside finding her culinary expression, she also spent time meeting guests, sharing Thai cuisine and culture with them.

Chef Tipa returned to Thailand in 2019 and worked as a Private Chef for a leading local luxury villa management company following which she joined Mrs. B a contemporary, casual restaurant in Phuket that serves outstanding food & drinks. After having spent 3 years at Mrs B, she moved to compete in the national televised culinary show Top Chef where she was lauded for her creativity and calm demeanor even during high pressure environs. She won over judges and audience watching the show with her humility and grounded nature and inspired many young people to follow their passion and take up a career in culinary and hospitality.

Her passion for Thai food coupled with her creativity and quest to present her home flavours in a contemporary setting led her to us and since her joining has led Saffron Phuket to win several awards and recognition at industry events.