Phuket, Thailand, December 30, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Enjoy the delicious flavors and textures of authentic Thai cuisine in an elegant, Thai-style teakwood house nestled in a tropical garden overlooking a lagoon at Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket. The luxurious beachfront resort Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket, located on Phuket's northwest coast, is pleased to announce the opening of Benjarong, the exclusive Thai restaurant of all Dusit Thani hotels under the Dusit International umbrella. At Benjarong, authentic Thai dishes are served according to unique recipes passed down through generations.

Formerly known as Ruen Thai, Benjarong Restaurant is a tribute to Thailand's culinary heritage, combining the subtlety of its flavors with an appealing presentation thanks to exquisite ingredients and artistic presentation. The restaurant's location is as impeccable as the cuisine it serves. Benjarong is housed in an elegant teakwood building in the traditional Thai style, surrounded by gardens and overlooking the lagoon. The atmosphere is enchanting and refined.

Benjarong strives to source its produce from Phuket, Phang Nga, Krabi, and northeastern Thailand to offer the highest quality seasonal ingredients. The restaurant is delighted to collaborate with farmers and producers from various parts of Thailand, who have introduced us to the rich biodiversity of the region.

Chef Boonram manages Benjarong. With over 20 years of experience as head chef of Ruen Thai, he uses fresh, local ingredients prepared using authentic methods to honor the traditional flavors of authentic Thai cuisine.

Discover the enticing flavors of Benjarong's specialties, including Mung Korn Lui Fai, Phuket lobster in red curry sauce served with flambé, or Yum Nue Yang, a Thai beef fillet salad.

Located directly on the white sandy beach of Bang Tao, overlooking the Andaman Sea and surrounded by lush tropical gardens, the Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket offers 253 elegant rooms, suites, and villas. Amenities include five restaurants, a fully equipped gym, tennis and sports courts, a luxury spa, an outdoor pool, a water sports center, a children's playground, and close proximity to the adjacent 18-hole Laguna Phuket golf course.

Guests can also take advantage of a range of free activities that reflect responsible tourism practices. These include workshops on sustainable crafts such as upcycling and bag painting, cooking classes using local ingredients, and workshops on Thai culture where guests can learn more about Phuket's history and the island's unique traditions and customs.

Dusit's new group-wide wellness concept, Devarana Wellness, also offers free activities to strengthen emotional and physical resilience, such as yoga, meditation, and breathing exercises. The family retreat program includes a workshop on a small farm, an educational children's camp, stand-up paddleboarding, and other fun and enriching experiences for all ages.

About Dusit International: Dusit International, or Dusit Thani Public Company Limited (DUSIT), was founded in 1948 and is a leading hotel group listed on the Thai Stock Exchange. Its business activities encompass five independent but complementary business segments: hotels and resorts, hospitality education, food and beverage, real estate development, and hotel-related services.

The group's portfolio comprises over 300 hotels, resorts, and luxury villas under six brands (Dusit Thani, Dusit Devarana, dusitD2, Dusit Princess, ASAI Hotels, and Elite Havens) in 16 countries worldwide. The group also operates culinary and hotel management schools in Thailand, as well as catering companies for the education sector in Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam.

Dusit International's diversified investments in real estate development, hospitality services and the food sector are part of its long-term strategy for sustainable growth, which focuses on three key areas: balance, expansion and diversification.