Check out latest food promotions and wellness retreats

Known for serving tasty French fare in an intimate Lanna-style atmosphere, the Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai’s Farang Ses is offering a Degustation set menu that 
begins with the chef’s choice of amuse-bouche followed by a tender, hand-cut beef tartare served with traditional condiments and turkey vol-au-vent paired with porcini sauce.
The main courses include a velvet green lentil du Puyand duck confit paired with a poached quail egg, followed by smoked salmon and beetroot served with warm cauliflower couscous. The meal ends with fine tea or the resort’s special blend of coffee served with pistachio puff pastry. Prices starts at Bt1,800 per person. Book a table by calling (053) 888 888 or email [email protected].

Spa sensations
Escape the bustle of city life at Panpuri Organic Spa and enjoy one of the two blissful retreats for summer. The “Jasmine Indulgence” is a three-hour indulgence with black jasmine body scrub, foot massage and facial treatment. 
The two-hour “Essence of Summer” offers organic body massage with light to strong pressure. Guests can select their preferred organic massage oil from a list that includes Thai jasmine, lemongrass, rose absolute, geranium and vetiver.
From now until April 30, the “Jasmine Indulgence” is available at Bt4,950 net (usual Bt8,970) and Bt8,800 while the “Essence of Summer” can be enjoyed at Bt3,850 net per person (usual Bt5,778). 
Panpuri Organic Spa is in the lobby of Gaysorn Village at Ratchaprasong. It is open daily from 10am to 9pm. For details, call (02) 656 1199 or visit www.PanpuriOrganicSpa.com.

Crazy for coconut
Cafe Claire is offering a Thai New Year Afternoon Tea Set featuring an array of sweet and savoury treats to be enjoyed with a selection of premium TWG teas and fresh coconut juice.
Thai delights are prepared with a contemporary twist that blends local favourites with international delights. Among the highlights are chicken wrapped in pandan leaves, prawns wrapped in crispy egg noodle, crab salad spring rolls and sticky rice served with shrimp. For those with a sweet tooth, pandan jam rolls, lemongrass creme brulee, scones with assorted spreads, and a white chocolate garland.
The set is priced at Bt1,100 plus for two and the promotion is available throughout this month from 2 to 5. Cafe Claire is at Oriental Residence on Wireless Road. Book a table at (02) 125 9000 extension 9080.

Planning for the future
Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit brings in the event organisers and wedding planners on April 23 for an event specially tailored for young couples seeking a one-of-a-kind wedding plus a honeymoon getaway experience with Marriott Hotels and Resorts. It promises not only enchanting nuptials in an elegantly crafted ambience but also anticipates the modern elements in the market. Couples will receive one-on-one consultations, savour the proposed menus and choose from the latest wedding gowns and accessories. 
Couples who book their wedding at the hotel during the fair will receive additional benefits and get the chance to win great prizes, including a pair of diamond rings valued at Bt39,999, food vouchers at the District Grill Room & Bar and Octave Rooftop Lounge & Bar, and a three-day, two- night stay at Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa and The Stones Hotel.
Find out more at “MarriottSukhumvit” page on Facebook or call (02) 797 0028.