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Silom Soi Song Darlinghurst Wine Pairing Dinner

Silom Soi Song is one of Darlinghurst's best Thai Restaurants. I've been twice now and both times have had an amazing experience. I need to get something out of the way though, I have recently taken on the marketing for Silom Soi Song and built the website, so cards on the table here. This does not persuade my view, as a Sydney Lifestyle Blogger on this restaurant. Read my first review of Silom Soi Song.

Arlang, the owner and maitre di is hands-on in his restaurant and has a beautiful way of making his customers feel very welcome.

We were a table of six foodies & bloggers sampling a wine pairing menu. When we arrived it wasn’t too busy but it didn’t take long before people were filling up the tables, many being walk-ins without a booking.

The décor is very busy with bright colours everywhere. I actually like this because it’s vibrant and fun. Having travelled to Thailand last year, I certainly have had the experience of traditional Thai food and brightly coloured artistic decor.

It's worth mentioning here that 95% of Silom Soi Song's wine list is boutique and you can't buy them in a bottle shop. You can also purchase wine by the glass $8.

We started off with an entrée of Crab Cakes and Money Bags. Golden Bags – Created in the royal kitchens of Thailand, these 'bags-o-gold' are a lovely contrast of the crispy fried pastry and the soft filling of chicken meat and vegetables served with the traditional sauce. (4 Pieces) $9.90

This was served with Garfish Moscato (SA). Surprisingly the sweetness went very well with the savoury flavours of the entree.

Soft Shell Crab – Marinated soft shell crab served with sweet chili sauce $16.00. A delicious dish on top of a fresh salad and coriander. The crab cooked just right and the added flavours of coriander, chili and apple on an iceberg lettuce was a great match.

Shell Bay Sauvignon Blanc Semillon (SA). A clean, crisp palate exhibiting citrus and tropical fruit flavours, it's a refreshing wine which complemented the Soft Shell Crab.

Grilled Chicken Breast. Perfectly cooked tender chicken, with spices and lemon flavour. Another flavoursome dish. A touch of the Jam-Jaew dipping sauce added that little extra zing. I was very impressed how tender this dish was.

Stoneleigh Sauvignon Blanc (NZ). A tropical, passionfruit and citrus flavoured wine.

Moreton Bay Bugs. Lightly dusted Moreton Bay bug stir-fried in Solim Soi Song's exquisite tamarind sauce. Seriously tasted as good as it looks.

Stone Fish Merlot (SA). Juicy plum and earthy overtones. I was surprised we had a red with the Moreton Bay Bugs and delighted at what a lovely match it was. The Merlot isn't a heavy wine, and it was a nice transition into the reds.

Seasonal choice of Green Apple or Mango Beef Salad – Marinated beef slices tossed with mint, coriander leaves, shallots, red onions together with chilli-lime dressing, sprinkled with fried onions. $18.50 I enjoyed this dish, the beef is a premium cut. It was tender, flavoursome and spicy. The salad also looked sensational.

Stone Fish Cabernet Sauvignon (SA). Blackcurrant, blueberry and chocolate aromas with a concentrate, fruit-driven palate balanced by soft tannins. Possibly a match made in heaven? I enjoyed this wine very much, although I'm usually more partial to Shiraz.

Lamb Shank Massaman and Three Mushrooms. A signature dish of Solim Soi Song. Tender lamb, with potatoes cooked in a coconut sauce. For those who love traditional Thai flavours then this dish is a must. The mushrooms that were served with the lamb were amazing. I do love my mushrooms and these were juicy, flavoursome and had a great texture.

Stone Fish Shiraz. Dry red wine has distinctive earthen flavours marked by velvety tannins. A very nice match indeed, and possibly my favourite wine of the night.

And the Finale!

Fried Ice Cream! A different take from the traditional fried ice cream, as this was wrapped in filo pastry. I'm glad to say we shared the deserts and didn't have a whole one each because I truly don't think there was any room for any more drinking or eating....except for..........