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We learned a lot and enjoyed ourselves! The one thing I didn’t have time to note down is the opposites when it comes to balance the taste in a dish. For exemple, if it’s too sweet you add salt right? You had a whole graphic for your presentation that clearly demonstrated those opposites. I’m looking forward to your next class at Sur La Table. It was really great !
Melanie Bourgeios (the one with the french accent) Santa Rosa, CA
Hi Pon: We really enjoyed your cooking class last night. We are still talking about all the things we learned.
Rose Batzdorff Santa Rosa, CA
Indeed you can be proud of Phant. Because I just received his cook book and it looks fantastic What I like in particular about it is the clear explanation of the herbs and tastes, this makes it easy to try on your own.
Jeroen Eindhoven Netherlands
A very nice surprise to receive your book. Many thanks indeed. I’ll let you know how we get on with the recipes: I get hungry just by looking at it! best wishes,
Anthony and Marie Laure London, UK
Dear phant, just wanted to let you know how delighted I am with the cookbook. I especially value all the notes that allow for substitution, including toward more vegetarian options and available spices. pictures are great. it’s so clearly written, i’ll even try to cook something, not just fantasize about trips to bangkok. congratulations on a beautiful job! best wishes,
Cathryn Washington DC
Dear Phant, I am most grateful to you for your cookbook because my mother had tried some dishes for me and they are delicious, especially the Thom Yaum Kung. Best regards,
LP Chung Kowloon, Hong Kong
Hi Phant — just wanted to let you know that I made the Lemon Grass and Garlic chicken –it came out GREAT! A really good start– the instructions were easy — and making it was FUN… so thanks! If I wanted to make that dish in a spicy version – what changes would you make to the recipe? Hope you and the cookbook are doing well. Warm regards,
Judith Washington DC
I’m David, a friend of Fred Shull’s. He gave me your cookbook for Christmas (you signed it for me) and I love it. I even bought a jar of pickled limes, something I’d never even heard of, and made some delicious soup. Thank you so much for writing such a nice cookbook, Kab Khun Krab,
David Hawley San Francisco, CA
Lonni, How thoughtless of me to not comment on the cookbook. I love it. The recipes look wonderful. They seem a bit complicated and I am not sure where to find some of the ingredients, but I am going to make some of the recipes because they look fabulous. Also, the pictures and presentation are beautiful and very appealing. Thanks for such a nice gift!!! Also, how special to have it signed by the chef!!!! Cheers,
Carol Truesdell Connecticut
Hi Phant, I have your Thai cook book and I find it extremely well done. Even an idiot like me can follow the recipes and technique to prepare a Thai meal. What I like best is the way the book opens with descriptive background to Thai cooking. For me, the book binding style, is a definite plus. Congratulations on a great product. All the best,
Ali Alireza Saudi Arabia
Phant Worakul’s new cookbook, Thai Essence , is more than a cookbook. It is a fabulous, step by step guide to not only cooking delicious Thai food but truly appreciating and understanding the Thai food experience. My first endeavor — garlic chicken was easy to make, and a real success. This is a must cook book for anyone who wants to begin to venture into cooking Thai food. What a treat!!
Judith Katz Washington DC
Dear phant, just wanted to let you know how delighted i am with the cookbook. I especially value all the notes that allow for substitution, including toward more vegetarian options and available spices. Pictures are great. It’s so clearly written, i’ll even try to cook something, not just dream about trips to bangkok. congratulations on a beautiful job! Best wishes,
Cathryn Egypt
Phant, I love just reading through the recipes because it reminds me of wonderful Thai meals I have eaten.
Karen San Diego, CA
Dear Phant, The comments about your class were really excellent. I think that everyone enjoyed it and had lots of fun. Many were very happy about having the hands on for every dish and felt more involved in the class.
Nikki Santa Rosa, CA
“My guests were expecting the usual western style catered meal. But they all were thrilled and delighted with the fabulous gourmet Thai feast. All my guests complimented me on the dinner days after the event.”
Imprezziv, San Francisco
“Pon does not cook by a recipe, he cooks by the concept so he makes the tastiest, best use of his ingredients. His meals are always a balanced symphony of flavors.”
McCoy, Santa Rosa, CA
“Everything that we’ve ever had from Pon’s kitchen has always been a treat; exquisite and memorable.”
Fiddl’ Widdit, Sebastopol, CA
“ Variety in smell, texture, and taste is mind blowing. Exquisite development of color and fragrance. Excellent food just like Thailand and the most delicious I’ve eaten in the US.”
Bill Hanson, Sebastopol, CA
“Absolutely the best food. Texture, taste, aroma in perfect harmony. Very impressive.”
Clayton Dart, San Francisco, CA
Pon created a magnificent vegetarian feast for my birthday party, (24 people) elegantly served and incredibly delicious!
Gary Soden, Clear heart drilling, Santa Rosa, CA
Your dinner here at my home was great and all who attended were well pleased. When you were here I asked if you were going to be down this area in April..12 or 13 and would do another dinner here at my home. Please let me know when your book is to be published as there are several who would be interested in purchasing the some. Thank you.
Norman Kirschbaum, Palm Spring, CA
I was delighted to have you here–and your cooking is extraordinary. I certainly hope we experience your skills again soon. I am sure there will be more opportunities for the wonderful taste experiences I had this weekend. I was most pleased that we got to know each other a bit more this weekend.
Bill Cooksley Palm Spring, CA
Thank you for chef Pon for a wonderful & excellent dinner. The presentation & flavors were excellent & complemented each other. Thank you once again. I will definitely recommend you to our interested friends.
Joanie & Joe LeFevre Cambell, CA :