Aaharn - A world-class exploration of Thai cuisine
Located in the historic armoury building within Central’s Tai Kwun lies Aaharn, a world-class exploration of Thai cuisine by internationally celebrated chef David Thompson. Aaharn, which means food was also crowned one-star of “Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macau 2020” based on its thai delicacies and flavourful dishes.
Upon entering the restaurant, the main dining area is spacious with high ceilings and light walls decked with colourful modern artwork. The lighting in dim which creates a nice ambience whilst dining. There is also a balcony that overlooks the parade ground of Tai Kwun.
Each table is given a complimentary plate of amuse bouche, consisting of a sticky sweet and spicy pork, chilli and prawn relish atop triangles of juicy pineapple, setting the tone ahead.
Thompson’s dishes are inspired by long forgotten recipes and royal cuisine and each one is as delicious to eat as they are to look at.
For starters we opted for steamed red curry of scallops with thai basil and grilled chicken skewers with peanuts, cumin and turmeric. The red curry was the perfect level of spice and paired perfectly with the scallops and the thai basil added some nice freshness and texture to the dish. I was also very impressed with the grilled chicken skewers - a simple dish but very flavourful. The quality of the chicken was also very good and it was very tender.
For mains we opted for stir fried tiger prawns with chilli, holy basil and wild ginger that was set in a very flavourful dry red curry .
Finally, for dessert we had some coconut dumpling jelly with palm sugar and grated coconut. The texture was very interesting as the coconuts reminded me of mochi. The dish was light, refreshing, and sweet the perfect finale for a spicy meal! A key standout for this restaurant was definitely the different textures and flavours used as Thompson is not afraid to experiment with different ingredients.
Aaharn also offers vegetarian and non-vegetarian lunch and dinner sets, an à-la-carte menu, and a tasting menu with wine pairings available so guests can sample all the flavours that is Thailand.
There is also an extensive drink menu with various g&ts, signature home-made cocktails and an extensive wine list to pair with your dinner!
Aaharn
1/F Armoury Building, 02 Tai Kwun Centre, 10 Hollywood Rd, Central
www.aaharn.hk
Reservations
Tel: 27039111
Whatsapp: 93671119
Email: hi@aaharn.hk
