Water library
 

Park this one in the “treat yourselves” category. A pioneer on the Bangkok dining scene, Water Library’s season menus and interior are a lesson in “special”.
 

2/F, Chamchuri Square, Rama 4 Rd., 095-085-7777. Open daily 11:30am-2:30pm, 6-10pm. BTS Chong Nonsi
 

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Baan
 

Baan dishes out unpretentious meals which prove chic, high-quality dining can be delivered at pocket-friendly prices—and in a strikingly modern yet inviting space.
 

139/5 Wireless Rd., 02-655-8995. Wed-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30-10:30pm; Mon 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30-10:30pm. BTS Saphan Taksin
 

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Yoong Khao Hom

Koh Samui’s two-decadeold Southern dining institution, Khao Hom, doesn’t mince flavors, but remains a very solid gateway into Southern food. Best for folks who like to keep the heat civil. The original restaurant on Samui talks up owner Malai “Lek” Somwong’s house-made kapi and prik gaeng (spicy chili paste with herbs), which appear in many sharing dishes here such as the moo pad kapi, stir-fried kurobuta pork with shrimp paste and a heady mix of sliced shallots, lime and bird’s eye chilies.
 

G/F, I’m Park, Chula Soi 9, 063-465-6565. Open daily 11am-10:30pm
 

Exclusively for Citi credit card members: Get 10% discount on food only 01 Jan ’19 - 31 Dec ’19