Bangkok, Thailand, June 27, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / POTONG Restaurant is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious title of "Number 5 Best Restaurants in Bangkok" by TOP 25 Restaurants. It is a great honor for us to be among the top 5 restaurants in Bangkok.

Many thanks to TOP25 Restaurants and Travelindex for recognizing Chef Pam (Pichaya Soontornyanakij) and the entire team for their tireless dedication and passion for our work and our pursuit of being among the best restaurants in Bangkok. We will continue to work diligently and raise our standards even further.

Our restaurant POTONG is committed to preserving and evolving the traditions and memories of local Thai-Chinese cuisine. As one of the first restaurants to gain recognition here in the heart of Chinatown, Yaowaraj means a great deal to us. Thank you for visiting our small restaurant POTONG and the Opium Bar.

Here are some of the statements from TOP 25 restaurants about us:

At POTONG, chef Pam presents a modern and exciting experience of progressive Thai-Chinese cuisine. The restaurant is located near the entrance to Sampeng Market in a 120-year-old Sino-Portuguese-style building, the former medicine house of Pam's great-great-grandparents. POTONG's sophisticated menu takes you on a culinary and sensory journey through time as you wander from floor to floor, experiencing the atmosphere and history of the building.

"MUST TRY: Evolution of the crab, blue crab and mud crab, roe emulsion, black pepper jam, Thai-Chinese bread…"

“At POTONG, head chef Pam believes that food can and should take place on a spiritual level; when the cuisine, the wine, the service and the entire ambience harmonize equally: then it is the moment that is imprinted in the memory…”

"The wine list reflects the chef's selection criteria and presents exceptional and special wineries from 15 countries. Various kombucha drinks are also available..."

"Excellent service, the exquisitely portioned dishes of outstanding quality were expertly served with breathtaking presentation..."

Further information about our TOP 25 Restaurant award can be found here: www.top25restaurants.com/bangkok/restaurant/potong/

About the POTONG restaurant: Current menu “The new experience”

Restaurant POTONG is delighted to present "The New Experience!", the most exciting and innovative culinary experience yet from Chef Pam and her team. • Restaurant POTONG has completely modernized its premises and menu to offer you an unforgettable experience! • To further enhance our service, POTONG has appointed a new Maître d'hôtel: Sacha Di Silvestre joins us from Massimo Bottura's three-Michelin-starred Osteria Francescana in Modena. • Our latest wine journey [Volume IV: March 2023] is being released alongside our most extensive expansion to date, featuring wines from 22 countries, including many biodynamic, organic, and natural wines, as well as classic favorites. • In conjunction with the expansion of our wine list, we are pleased to announce our latest collaboration with local winery ISSARA ESTATES for wine art and Khun Kiattiwat Srichawanpen (Songwat artist), formerly of PLAYARTHOUSE. The aim of this collaboration is to raise awareness of local craftsmanship. Their exceptional wine will now be served free of charge to all guests on our rooftop terrace while they enjoy our POTONG experience. The wine selected for this project is an unfiltered Chenin Blanc 2022, perfectly embodying the motto: "You become what you believe!" The three partners – local artist Kiattiwat Srichawanpen, the Thai winery "ISSARA ESTATES," and the restaurant "POTONG" – worked together with meticulous attention to detail to create this exclusive bottle of Chenin Blanc. Kiattiwat's abstract painting symbolizes both the ISSARA region, where the winery is located, and POTONG's Five Elements cuisine. This impressive wine was aged for ten months and is made exclusively from Chenin Blanc grapes.

Although we are confident that we have enhanced and improved our menu through more complex techniques and flavor profiles, we remain true to our original concept of 5 senses, 5 elements and 20 courses.

Different times and places can greatly influence the flavor profile of a dish. Through her research and culinary journey, Chef Pam has developed her own concept, masterfully controlling each element. Each element possesses unique qualities that, when combined, create a harmonious whole. This led her to develop a comprehensive culinary principle based on the five senses—sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch—and the five elements that define the cuisine at POTONG.

At POTONG, all dishes are prepared according to the same principle and are equally important. Each dish embodies this five-element philosophy and finds its ultimate expression in our dining room ambiance: "Salt, acidity, spice, texture, and Maillard reaction."

Our newest culinary experience focuses exclusively on regional products and represents the highest quality. The ingredients are sourced from Thai and Chinese suppliers and were discovered by Chef Pam on her travels throughout Thailand, where she met farmers and fishermen from around the world. One example that inspired her is the revolutionary presentation of the local palm, where each component is showcased in a unique way. The local white pomfret from Surat Thani remains a staple of our menu. In keeping with our zero-waste philosophy, every part of this exceptional fish is used in an unforgettable course. Our popular duck classic also remains, but is elevated to a new level with additional elements. We proudly present "All About Duck" to our guests – a true feast for the senses, where every part of this delicious, locally raised bird is used. Furthermore, we have reimagined and refined our desserts. They tell the story of "Sam Pheng," honoring the tradition and heritage of Chef Pam's family.

We are delighted to welcome you and offer our unique new tasting menu: 20 courses, 5 senses, 5 elements for 5,500++ THB. • Table reservations are available from 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm. • Our current menu can be found at: www.restaurantpotong.com/tastingmenu • Reservations can be made online at www.restaurantpotong.com/reservation or by phone at 0829793950.