Bangkok (Thailand) – July 10, 2019 (travelindex) – The House on Sathorn today announced the opening of its new restaurant, Paii, marking a new chapter in the culinary history of the historic, 130-year-old building. The new restaurant's name is derived from the Thai word "paii" (พาย), meaning "to paddle." It will offer the finest local and imported seafood while honoring the legacy of The House on Sathorn's founder, Luang Sathorn Rajayutka, who built the Sathorn Canal.

Located within one of Bangkok's most renowned restaurants and bars, Paii Restaurant, under the direction of Chef Joe Weeraket, presents a menu bursting with flavor. Highlights include local giant river prawns, grilled and served with choo chee curry sauce; French razor clams, flambéed tableside with homemade XO sauce; and French turbot stuffed with lemongrass, shallots, and kaffir lime leaves, baked in a thick crust of Thai herb salt. Also a must-try is the giant crab fried rice, prepared with organic jasmine rice from Nakhon Pathom. Designed for sharing, this portion is topped with at least half a kilo of freshly steamed Surat Thani mud crab meat.

The house on Sathorn reopened in 2015 after extensive renovations by the Thai Department of Fine Arts. The interior of the paii retains the splendor of its illustrious past, while modern elements, including contemporary Thai artworks such as tapestries, paintings, photographs, and sculptures, bring a modern vibrancy to the old-world glamour.

“We are delighted to introduce this new dining concept at The House on Sathorn,” said Tina Liu, General Manager of the W Bangkok. “With its rich history and affiliation with the W Hotel Bangkok, this impressive historic building forms a unique blend of old and new, and the addition of Paii with its modern Thai seafood dishes is the perfect culinary complement.”

Paii offers both indoor and outdoor dining and is open daily from 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM for lunch and dinner. The restaurant also features a bar with a tempting selection of handcrafted seasonal cocktails, contemporary music, and delicious snacks.

For further information or reservations, please contact [email protected] or +61 2 344 4025 or visit www.thehouseonsathorn.com/paii

Reviving a landmark in the heart of Bangkok: Built in 1889 under King Rama V, this neoclassical building originally housed the wealthy businessman Luang Sathorn Rajayutka, the creator of the Sathorn Canal. It was later inherited by his descendants. In the early 1920s, it was converted into the Majestic Hotel Royal. From 1948 to 1999, the building served as the Russian Embassy.

The development team recognized the immense historical value of the house and worked closely with the Thai Department of Fine Arts to carefully restore it to its former glory as part of its transformation into "The House on Sathorn." Extensive renovations were carried out on the four buildings and the large courtyard, while preserving the original main structure.

Inside, the original color palette, the ornate wooden staircases, and even the personal fresco motifs of the Sathorn Rajayutka family were meticulously restored by the art department. The successful interplay of modern and new stylistic elements reflects the boundless creativity of the renowned New York design firm AvroKO.

Since opening in 2015, The House on Sathorn has become one of the city's most distinctive restaurants and bars. And the building itself is truly an impressive place. The neoclassical structure, dating back to 1889, initially served as a private residence, became a hotel in the 1920s, and later, from the mid-20th century until 1999, housed the Russian Embassy.

Today, House on Sathorn impresses with its exceptional versatility. The building and grounds – located directly next to the W Bangkok – comprise four separate buildings, including the Paii restaurant with modern Thai seafood cuisine and event spaces for meetings and private celebrations.