From sweet and sour to salty, savory and bitter notes capped by a soothing heat, Thai cuisine is known for its diverse and contrasting yet seamless play on fresh and bold flavors. On Wednesday nights, diners can embark on a flavorful culinary journey to Thailand at Brasserie on 3 in Conrad Manila...
As part of its ongoing themed buffet offerings under the Chef's Signature Series, Brasserie on 3 in Conrad Manila presents Simply Thai every Wednesday night showcasing authentic Thai cuisine in a lavish buffet spread. Priced at P 2,850++ per person inclusive of welcome mocktail, Simply Thai at Brasserie on 3 is your ticket to the diverse and vibrant flavors from the Land of Smiles in one elegant setting by the bay. Read on for a virtual peek in a series of images at the sumptuous buffet offerings of Brasserie on 3...
Like a majestic liner cruising the bay, the clean curves and fluid lines of Conrad Manila isn't hard to miss. Located beside the massive Mall of Asia complex, Conrad Manila has long been a dining destination in itself anchored by its unique restaurant outlets...
...like Brasserie on 3, the prestigious property's all-day dining restaurant. With elegant views of the bay, buffet dining is elevated at Brasserie on 3 with its extensive spread. And every Wednesday night, the flavors of Thailand becomes the culinary theme of the curated Chef's Signature Series at Conrad Manila.
The return to normalcy after the seemingly long days of the quarantine experience is marked by the much-awaited comeback of the buffet dining scene. Long a popular dining option, the buffet concept offers both value and variety in one spread ranking it high among local diners. Brasserie on 3 at Conrad Manila brings a novel creative spin to its daily buffet offerings with its themed Chef's Signature Series.
Inside Brasserie on 3, the warm wood tones are highlighted by panoramic glass windows with impressive views of the bay. Dining at Brasserie on 3 becomes a memorable sensory experience with an al fresco area to take in the views of the setting sun just before dinner.
At the open kitchen, the station chefs start prepping for the dinner service for the evening's feast including both local and international cuisine alongside the featured Thai dishes. The open kitchen theater concept and live-action stations at Brasserie on 3 provide insightful glimpses behind the many dishes served at the spread.
The innovative Chef's Signature Series at Brasserie on 3 is just one of many reasons why diners come back for more. "Keeping food selections in our buffet diverse is something I am very passionate about. I want to surprise our patrons with something new occasionally and keep them wanting more", shared Executive Chef Warren Brown. "Food is more than just sustenance, it is an art form. I introduce fresh and exciting new dishes at Brasserie on 3 not only to create variety, but because I enjoy seeing people having a wonderful dining experience."
On Mondays, Brasserie on 3 features an indulgent selection of classic Italian flavors for La Dolce Vita with its ala minute pasta station and a wide variety of "Mamma Style" sauces, gourmet Italian cheeses and premium charcuterie, a meter-long Tiramisu and interactive Bombolini filling station while authentic Thai cuisine takes over on Wednesdays with Simply Thai.
On Wednesday nights, Thai-Filipino Chef Dusadee Tindoy shares recipes he learned from his Thai grandmother for Simply Thai at Brasserie on 3. The tempting array of authentic dishes for Simply Thai inspired by cherished recipes, prepared using sustainably sourced and fresh seasonal ingredients, are given a homey and comforting vibe by Chef Dusadee Tindoy for honest and real flavors. It's what sets the Thai-themed buffet apart at Brasserie on 3, with the freshness of ingredients, masterful execution and homestyle authenticity coming together in a flavorful weave for a true taste of Thailand.
A refreshing sip from the complimentary mocktail sets you on the right track, and your epic culinary journey to Thailand begins at Brasserie on 3...
First stop, the Salad Station. I've always enjoyed the sweet, sour and spicy blend of flavors from Thai salads and Brasserie on 3 lays it all out in a grand spread. For Simply Thai at Brasserie on 3, Executive Chef Warren Brown and Chef Dusadee Tindoy tease your palate with an impressive variety of garden-fresh salads, seafood, fruits and vegetables...
...including delicately Poached Vegetables with Thai Shrimp Paste. The fresh and clean notes from the medley of poached veggies are kicked up by the sharpness of the Thai Shrimp Paste to open up the palate. Similar to the local bagoong, the Thai Shrimp Paste has just the right briny saltiness for that flavorful punch.
Next, take your pick from an impressive and stellar cast of authentic Thai salads like the Som Tam or Thai green papaya salad and the Larb Salmon or Thai style salmon ceviche topped with fresh herbs and red onions...
...the Yum Woon Sen Goong or spicy noodle salad with an assortment of succulent seafood including shrimps, mussels and squid with fiery chilies for some heat...
...the classic and comfortingly familiar Yam Sam O or pomelo salad with plump shrimps and red onions for a sweet, sour, tart and spiny finish...
...the Larb Gai, a light yet savory Thai minced chicken salad with cherry tomatoes and spicy chilies...
...the sweet and tart Som Tam Mamuang or green mango salad with shrimps and tomatoes...
...and the Nam Tok or spicy beef salad with rich savory notes perfectly tempered by the clean flavors of vegetables and tart hints from the sweet and sour vinaigrette. Each salad offers its own unique notes, with the freshness of ingredients delivering all the flavors. You'll also find a hearty pot of soup like Tom Yum Goong at the spread if that's more your style of the perfect start to a lavish buffet. You can also opt for a western style salad if you wish at Brasserie on 3. The fresh Thai salad line-up is an impressive start to your sumptuous Thai feast, and there's more...
The fresh Thai Spring Rolls loaded with crisp vegetables, tender chicken and soft noodles and served with a sweet chili sauce is pure freshness in a tasty wrap. Both textural contrasts and clean flavors accompany each tasty bite, capped by the sweet chili sauce for classic Thai flavors.
Fresh fruits? Load you fresh harvest of Thai fruits like pomelo, papaya and green mangoes at the Salad Station.
Freshness is not only a mere concept at Brasserie on 3, but a culinary philosophy. At the all-day dining outlet of Conrad Manila, diners can marvel at the impressive hydroponics installations with its fresh herbs and microgreens ready for harvest.
Ready for some more tasty bites at Brasserie on 3? The Tord Mun Goong or Thai shrimp cakes hits all the right notes. Served with a sweet and spicy dipping sauce, the lightly crisp batter and succulent shrimps combine for flavorful bursts so be sure to get a couple of these shrimp cakes on your plate.
Tender and juicy with subtle fragrant and smoky hints from the grill, the Satay Gai or skewered chicken is another winning number at Simply Thai in Brasserie on 3. The mild flavors of the chicken are kicked up by the blend of Thai spices and seasonings for another flavorful surprise at Brasserie on 3. And that's just for starters, with the main courses up next.
The day's freshest catch is another highlight of Simply Thai at Brasserie on 3, starting with the large and succulent fresh River Prawns topped with fresh herbs...
...plump Mussels simply steamed for briny briny notes...
...poached Lobsters topped with a fresh medley of aromatics and herbs...
...large Shrimps with its clean and sweet briny notes...
...and delectable Crabs conveniently cracked for picking the sweet crab meat. Fresh seafood, simply poached and topped with herbs and chilies are all that's needed to bring out the subtle flavors of seafood. And that works for me. Why complicate it, right?
The salad and seafood offerings for Simply Thai at Brasserie on 3 are more than enough reasons to mark Wednesdays on your calendar. But there's more...
At the Pad Thai Goong Station, have your bowl of the renowned Thai classic prepared a la minute by the station chefs...
...and served to your table fresh off the fiery wok at its flavorful peak. Seafood, tofu, ground peanuts, spring onions, chilies and a fresh squeeze of lemon complete the cast of your Pad Thai. Be sure to mention your preferred level of heat to the station chefs.
Meanwhile, the station chefs add the finishing touches to the savory mains of Thai dishes...
...like the Keang Ped Masaman or Thai duck curry, a savory and spicy dish with juicy duck simmered in a rich curry sauce best paired with steamed white rice...
...the Keang Giew Wan Gai or Thai green curry chicken with the creamy notes from the coconut-based sauce to smoothen the serious heat from the chilies for balanced flavors...
...and the Pad Crapao Gai or minced chicken with basil and topped with egg inspired by the cherished recipes of Chef Dusadee Tindoy's grandmother brings a homey vibe to your Simply Thai dining experience at Brasserie on 3.
Extra rice? The Kao Pao Goong or Thai shrimp fried rice should do the trick.
At the Carving Station, Executive Chef Warren Brown and Chef Dusadee Tindoy pulls all the stops for a lavish array of savory options...
...like the comforting Gai Tord or Thai fried chicken, juicy to the bone and served with a sweet chili sauce...
...the Pla Manao or spicy roasted salmon with the fiery heat of the spices perfectly tempered by the buttery richness of the salmon...
...and the Nuea Yang or roasted prime rib Thai style served with a variety of sauces, vegetables and condiments. For Chef Dusadee Tindoy, the wide selection of Thai cuisine is a snapshot of his roots lovingly recreated every Wednesday night for Simply Thai at Brasserie on 3.
The unique and distinct flavors of authentic Thai cuisine mandates the use of the freshest ingredients coupled by meticulous execution, and Executive Chef Warren Brown and Chef Dusadee Tindoy promise exactly that for Simply Thai at Brasserie on 3. The buffet concept allows you to go on a flavorful adventure, as you take your palate to other destinations at Brasserie on 3...
There's a whole lot going on for Simply Thai every Wednesday night at Brasserie on 3, and not just the extensive Thai offerings. Part of the buffet spread includes gourmet Cheeses and premium Charcuterie for that perfect start...
...along with hand-rolled Sushi creations and fresh Sashimi at the Japanese Station.
At the open kitchen, you'll find even more mouthwatering and tempting offerings like the Beef Bulalo simmered for hours in a light yet richly flavorful broth for nostalgic local flavors...
...and a juicy and crisp roll of Porchetta with its layer of crackling adds that emphatic exclamation point to the impressive buffet spread at Brasserie on 3.
Further down the open kitchen counters, a duo of savory seafood dishes catches your eye like the Baked Fish topped with a fresh salsa of mangoes, onions and tomatoes...
...and the Salmon ala Pobre with fragrant hints of garlic sprinkled with fresh spring onions in a rich sauce pulls you in for a generous serving on your already filled plate.
The classic Osso Buco is just too hard to resist, so you pick up another plate which seems to be a recurring theme at Brasserie on 3's ongoing Chef's Signature Series.
Head further east to the fabled land of spices for a taste of Indian flavors at the Indian Station...
...with the rich and creamy Buttered Chicken best paired with long-grained biryani or crisp papadum. The buffet spread is well-represented with both local and global flavors including the highlighted Thai theme on Wednesday nights.
But save room for dessert...
In theme with Simply Thai, Brasserie on 3 adds an indulgent line of Thai-inspired desserts to the spread...
...including the creative Thai Tea Panna Cotta and indulgent Mango Coconut Tapioca Pudding for that perfect sweet ending.
The familiar and iconic Thai dessert of Sticky Rice Mango Pudding completes your Thai experience at Brasserie on 3.
Ka-Nom-Phra-Pai, a soft ball made with sticky glutinous rice with a sweet filling is another decadent discovery...
...along with Kui Dadar, a sweet coconut pancake with Indonesian origins. There's a world of flavors to discover and experience at Brasserie on 3.
Brasserie on 3 goes all-Thai as well with their homemade ice cream creations like Black Rice Ice Cream and Thai Tea Ice Cream for a refreshingly different scoop to beat the summer heat.
With temperatures continuing to rise this summer, the Halo-Halo Station at Brasserie on 3 is a welcome and refreshing sight.
And take your time at the Dessert Station, all the offerings are regularly replenished like these Mocha Brownies.
Another slice of Carrot Walnut Cake? Why not.
And if you feel like completing your Thai experience at Brasserie on 3, enjoy an ice-cold Singha and a wide range of unlimited alcoholic beverages for an additional P 980++ per person. Non-alcoholic? Go for the Unlimited Non-Alcoholic package for only P 480++per person.
The themed Chef's Signature Series at Brasserie on 3 with La Dolce Vita on Mondays and Simply Thai on Wednesdays are red letter days on your culinary calendar. But any day of the week is a good day at Brasserie on 3. And Wednesday nights is Simply Thai for a sumptuous feast by the bay.
In a midweek hump? Mark your Wednesdays for Simply Thai at Brasserie on 3 in Conrad Manila...
Brasserie on 3 is located at Level 3, Conrad Manila, Seaside Boulevard corner Mall of Asia Complex, 1300 Pasay City, Metro Manila. You can also call +632 8833 9999 for inquiries and reservations or visit their website and FB Page at https://eatdrinkhilton.com/brasserie-on-3-conrad-manila/ and https://www.facebook.com/ConradManilaPH/ for more updates.
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