Koh Samui, Thailand, July 14, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Kimpton Kitalay Samui, the idyllic island resort on the pristine Choeng Mon Beach of Koh Samui, invites its valued guests and visiting restaurant patrons on a culinary journey from Chiang Mai, the ancient walled city in the jungle-covered mountains of northern Thailand, to Koh Samui, the tropical island lapped by turquoise seas, with a special two-day collaboration between Rasik Local Kitchen and FishHouse Restaurant & Bar.

Rasik Local Kitchen, a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand-awarded restaurant, is one of Chiang Mai's most renowned culinary destinations. Here, Chef Wai creates bold and vibrant Thai dishes using local ingredients. Now, he brings his creative vision to the Kimpton Kitalay Samui, collaborating with Chef Banana from FishHouse Restaurant & Bar for two exclusive evenings. In August, the two chefs will present two evenings of exceptional gastronomy, blending the finest seasonal flavors of Chiang Mai with a tropical southern Thai flair.

On Wednesday, August 13th, these two Thai chefs will present a breathtaking 12-course dinner right on the beach. The selection of house specialties, which reinterpret the fresh produce of southern Thailand in a northern Thai style, is a true culinary delight. Five tempting appetizers await you, including a shrimp and mangosteen salad from the Tapi River in Surat Thani and tender baby octopus in coconut broth with Thai herbs and a hint of shrimp paste. Five delectable main courses are available, including a slow-cooked northern Thai beef stew with Samui herbs and marinated silver pomfret grilled in banana leaves. The grand finale of this feast for all the senses will be two heavenly desserts, including an innovative Thai brandy tiramisu with cacao nibs from Chiang Mai. This enchanting open-air evening takes place on the soft sandy beach of Choengmon Beach, overlooking the sparkling Gulf of Thailand, and is accompanied by a spectacular fire show and a live DJ.

On Thursday, August 14th, guests at FishHouse Restaurant & Bar, the elegant beachfront restaurant recognized in the MICHELIN Guide 2025, can expect an exquisite eight-course menu. The three appetizers include a delectable Isaan-style oyster salad with fresh Surat Thani oysters and traditional northeastern Thai herbs, and crispy herb fritters with tamarind and cashew nut sauce. The three main courses are a delight: northern Thai-style fish larb, a flavorful salad of chopped whitefish and robust northern Thai herbs, and a Thai-inspired paella with sweet squid, enhanced with lemongrass and caramelized onions. For dessert, two delectable options will be served, including soft, delicate pastries with coconut blossom sugar. A live saxophonist will provide the musical accompaniment – ​​an unforgettable evening.

Whether you are planning a romantic evening for two or a convivial culinary experience with family or friends – the collaboration between Rasik Local Kitchen and FishHouse Restaurant & Bar brings the timeless spirit of Thai cuisine to life in a spectacular setting right on the beach.

August 13, 2025, 6:00 PM–10:00 PM

12-course dinner on the beach

THB 2,200++ per person (food only) THB 3,100++ per person (food with wine pairing)

August 14, 2025, 6:00 PM–10:00 PM

8-course menu at FishHouse Restaurant & Bar

THB 1,700++ per person (food only) THB 2,600++ per person (food with wine pairing)