Review

TENSE offers a dining experience with a harmonious blend of modern sophistication and casual comfort, and a diverse and imaginative menu blending comfort food and fine dining. Kratong tong: tom yum kung, combines the bold, tangy and slightly creamy flavours of tom yum with the delicate sweetness of tiger prawns served in a crisp herb kratong thong. Croquette duck bomb features tender diced duck meat paired with sweet potato and signature hot sauce. The restaurant’s namesake pasta showcases delicate angel hair pasta with succulent river prawns from Surat Thani bathed in a velvety tomato sauce, for a hearty fusion of local ingredients and international techniques. 14-hour boneless lamb shoulder, a slow-cooked masterpiece, exemplifies the kitchen’s expertise in cleverly blending herbs and spices. The lamb is tender, falling apart at the touch of a fork, and complemented by smooth duchess potatoes. For something more casual, the house burger with dry-aged wagyu and Angus chuck, balsamic mayo, and coffee bacon jam, offers a gourmet twist on a classic favourite. The global wine list complements the menu, offering well-paired options for each course. Desserts include the playful under the Sea, macadamia sponge cake and mousse paired with strawberry caviar and sorbet. This dish’s combination of textures and flavours is a testament to the restaurant’s commitment to creativity and quality.