To discover the real and authentic taste of Thai cuisine, come over to Brasserie on 3, Conrad Manila's award

-winning all-day dining restaurant. For a limited time only, savor the classic Thai cuisine prepared by guest Thai chef, Juthakorn "Mink" Suraraksa, who was recently flown in from the luxurious Waldorf Astoria Bangkok.

Yes, expect the finest Thai dishes whipped up by chef Mink, who promises to deliver the distinct and diverse flavors of Thailand. He highly recommends the Som Tam (green papaya salad), which is predominantly sour and spicy, but also has an underlying sweetness; and the Yam Som O (Thai pomelo salad), a refreshing starter with the nuttiness and spiciness of coriander, mint and peanuts.

Another wonderful appetizer is the Thai Prawn Cake accompanied by a sweet-and-sour relish sauce with red chili that further enhances the shrimp cake's soft texture and flavor. Of course, you can never go wrong with the Pla Sam Ross (fried and crispy sea bass with Thai chili sauce), a light but tangy dish in itself. It's an absolute delight with the subtle taste of cilantro, Thai basil and red chili accentuating the freshness of the fish.

Quality and freshness are apparent in chef Mink's dishes, such as the Tom Yum Goong, although its tartness is overpowering, leaving only a subtle hint of its complex flavors. The refreshing Yam Mamuang (green mango salad) comes as a welcome break from the heat of chilies.

For the piece de resistance, the heavenly sweetness of the Mango Sticky Rice will mellow down one's taste buds after the spice celebration.

Legendary Chefs Series

This special Thai food festival, which will run until 30 June, is part of Conrad Manila's Legendary Chefs Series, featuring the cuisines from three world-renowned master chefs.

"We want our guests, patrons and food lovers to indulge in a feast of chef Mink's meticulously crafted dishes, which the Land of Smiles can best offer," says Fabio Berto, Conrad Manila general manager. "This is a one of kind opportunity to immerse themselves in the luxury of authentic Thai cuisines, right in the heart of Conrad Manila."