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Eddie Yii 59 Followers

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[First Impressions] Saawaan Most new openings have conflicting reviews. Saawaan is one where the noise has been overwhelmingly positive. I was lucky enough to dine there last week, and my experience was generally great, though not without some confusion. 1. I appreciate how the menu is planned to showcase specific cooking techniques used in Thai cuisine. Probably the lack of spice was to allow us to taste the subtle nuances of each dish without spiciness overpowering everything (this has been confirmed by chef Aom after further clarification). 2. Many such tasting menus I had started brightly but ended forgettably. Not at Saawaan. Their last 4 dishes were extremely balanced and strong, and that shone right through to the Petit Fours. Happy ending, they say. 3. A couple of super memorable dishes, for me the smoked fish soup with blanched Jean-Paul oyster, and the grilled Iberico Secreto (ironically the 2 imported ingredients). The dessert was a great take on pumpkin custard. 4. Superb service. The lady serving our table was unbelievably knowledgable. She could even explain how some dishes were cooked. This is not common in Thailand. I can imagine how flawless she would be conversing in Thai. I would like to congratulate the chefs Aom and Paper for a commendable effort. #R30