Review

The House by Ginger, located in the heart of the picturesque old city, is attractively appointed affording diners either casual seating or a more formal option for that special occasion. The menu is authentic Thai with added western favourites. Begin with the house signature of mixed appetiser platter, a generous selection of bites for sharing, including ma hor, spring rolls and miang kham. Alternatively, a tasty caesar salad is on offer or a creamy coconut tom ka gai.

There are a number of innovative fusion dishes for example, a Thai style spicy salmon carpaccio with herbs, certainly a combo worth recommending. Mains range from beef massaman to chicken green curry, both elegantly presented and flavourful. Crispy pork belly and local signature of khao soi are both equally well executed. Spaghetti carbonara is comfortingly familiar and a traditional platter of crunchy fish and chips, will remind Brits of home. To finish, go for an attractively presented mango sticky rice or the house-made chocolate brownie to an equally satisfying and decadent ending.

Explore the drinks list with locally flavoured mocktails, classic cocktails, smoothies and home-made sodas, including a refreshing kaffir lime and a super moreish passion fruit. Coffee­ based drinks are also on offer, supporting a local Chiang Rai, tribal source with their sustainable endeavours.