Chiang Mai, Thailand, March 29, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Bodhi Terrace at the Anantara Chiang Mai Resort presents its new summer menu featuring traditional Khao Chae, Pla Haeng Tangmo, Som Chun and a chef's specialty: Khao Chae ice cream.

As the hottest months of the year approach, Thais traditionally retreat to the cool, whether by splashing in the water or enjoying ice-cold food and drinks that offer a welcome respite from the heat.

Khao Chae is one of these popular and royal dishes and is now also available at the Bodhi Terrace of the Anantara Chiang Mai Resort – the perfect place for a relaxed summer meal where guests can enjoy a cool breeze from the Mae Ping River and the shade of the namesake Bodhi tree.

Khao Chae originated with the Mon people of Thailand and was popularized in the palace of King Rama II. It is prepared by soaking rice in fragrant jasmine water and then serving it ice-cold. It is accompanied by traditional morsels such as prawn paste balls—the perfect combination of sweet and savory—and stuffed peppers in an intricately latticed egg coating. A selection of raw vegetables, mango, and chili provides additional refreshment.

As a side dish to their traditional Khao Chae, Anantara guests can also enjoy Pla Haeng Tangmo, delicate watermelon cubes sprinkled with fish flakes, as an appetizer. This is followed by Som Chun, a blend of seasonal mandarins and lychees marinated in chilled jasmine pandan syrup and garnished with green mango, young ginger, and bitter orange. For the truly adventurous, there's the chef's specialty: jasmine rice ice cream with Khao Chae accompaniments such as dried fish cakes, candied peppers, and a fried salt egg.

The Bodhi Terrace kitchen is overseen by Chef Natruthai Petsuwan, offering authentic Northern Thai cuisine as well as specialties from her southern homeland. Highlights include Khao Soi with river prawns and slow-roasted pork belly with star anise and cinnamon. Guests can also learn to prepare their favorite dishes themselves in a cooking class with Chef Natruthai, offered exclusively by Spice Spoons and Anantara.

The Bodhi Terrace's summer delicacies are served for lunch and dinner in April and May. For reservations and further information, please call +66 53 253 333.