Okay, real talk — if you’re looking for a sign to ditch your boring dinner plans and do something extra this April, this is it. Thiptara, the fancy-pants (but totally worth it) Thai restaurant at Palace Downtown, is going all out for Songkran, a.k.a. the Thai New Year, and spoiler alert: you’re going to want in.
From April 12th to 15th, for just four fabulous nights, Thiptara is throwing a celebration that’s equal parts dining experience, cultural immersion, and total “main character energy”. Think: a five-course Thai feast, Songkran-themed décor, live performances, and views that’ll make your Instagram melt. And yes, it’s AED 350 per person, but let’s be honest — that’s a small price to pay for culinary fireworks and front-row seats to the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain show. (We said “elevated,” didn’t we?)
Now, let’s talk about the menu, because your taste buds deserve a preview. It kicks off with Miang Kham Goong, which is Thai for “jumbo prawns wrapped in joy and flavor explosions” — featuring ginger, cashews, green mango, and a zingy chili sauce. Then comes Gai Yang Ta Krai (say that three times fast), a juicy chicken and lemongrass skewer that honestly might make you emotional.
Soup course? Oh, they’re not playing. It’s the OG of Thai soups — Tom Yam Goong. Lemongrass, galangal, mushrooms, prawns, and a broth that could make a grown person swoon. Then onto the main — Kana Nuea Nam Man Hoy — which translates to “tender Wagyu beef hugged by garlic chips and broccoli, served with jasmine rice and a mic drop.”
And for dessert, we’re wrapping up with Khong Wan Ruam Mit, a.k.a. Thailand’s greatest hits in sweet form: mango sticky rice, pandan, and coconut. It’s basically edible happiness.
Oh, and did we mention the free gift bag? Yes, every guest gets a fragrant herbal oil to take home — because smelling like a spa is always a vibe.
So, grab your friends, make a reservation, and get ready to welcome the Thai New Year like a boss — fireworks optional, flavor explosions guaranteed.
Dates: April 12–15
Time: 6pm to 11:30pm
Location: Thiptara, Palace Downtown
Price: AED 350 per person
