With gingham accents, handmade bits and bobs, antique decorations, and twists on classic Thai dishes, Spoon & Straw (18/1,18/2 Ari Soi 2, 063-592-4636) is a homey little spot that’s bound to draw even more people to Ari. Aside from savory dishes like  beef stew (B250), they also have a bunch of colorful drinks that are as good for you as they taste. With a variety of hands-on workshops covering ceramics, perfume-making, and embroidery, there’s plenty more to do here than just eating.