Executive Chef Jane-Therese Mulry conjures up classic a la carte dishes, both Thai and European, like chicken liver parfait with Waldorf salad (B450), Angus beef burger with gruyere cheese (B560), khao soi gai (Northern-style curry with noodles and chicken, B390) and pad Thai goong (B450). 

Reservations for brunch and the round-trip boat shuttle are essential. Brunch guests can also take advantage of special day-rates on a private villa.

The Siam, 3/2 Khao Rd., Vachirapayabal, Dusit, 02-206-6999. Every Sunday 11am-3:30pm. www.thesiamhotel.com