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The flagship of the Thai Africa Group is undoubtedly Wangthai Sandton, which overlooks the prestigious Nelson Mandela Square.
Wangthai’s recent refurbishment has created an ambience that is stylishly sizzling. “Simple clean geometric areas serve to organise the large space that is Wangthai. The use of only a limited number of finishes and materials, support this minimalistic ideal. Unassuming natural timber screens and cladding are used as a backdrop to the main spaces, which are subtly up-lit with soft blue-grey light, for a touch of drama. This while other spaces are mirrored to create interest, depth and a little sparkle. With that said, authentic Thai artifacts continue to grace carefully selected places throughout the restaurant, reminding patrons that the cuisine they have chosen to relish, was born in a sacred place,” concludes designer Anton de Kock, from M2K Architects.
In addition to its redesigned, elegant interiors; Wangthai Sandton now also serves the latest new DIY dining experience: sensational Thai Suki Hot Pot. A culinary concept which dates back over 1 000 years in Asian history, Thai Suki Hot Pot today - continues to tantalise the pallet and tease the senses with its fragrant oriental flavours.
Best enjoyed as a group affair; the Thai Suki Hot Pot sees an aromatic broth, brimming with flavourful Eastern ingredients, placed in a pot, and atop an induction stove - within the centre of the table. This simmers away throughout the evening, while guests gentle poach their favourite selection of fresh ingredients. There is very little effort involved, other than to indulge, at leisure, in the refreshingly light tastes of Thailand. Wang Thai, invites both businessmen and women, as well as the social sect, to sample this ancient cooking tradition, to which it has added a unique measure of contemporary stylishness.
Each and every dish presented at Wangthai Sandton, is a master artwork, which delivers equally on both appearance and favour. Not surprising given that the team of dedicated Thai chefs have been judiciously recruited from some of Bangkok’s finest 5-star hotels - authenticity is most certainly the key.
So much so that the former Thai ambassador to South Africa, heralded Wangthai Sandton as the most authentic Thai restaurant he had experienced, outside of Thailand. This accolade is well-deserved as Wangthai Sandton has been the recipient of numerous awards including, amongst others: “top 100 restaurants” and “Diners Club wine list.”
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