{"id":4809,"date":"2023-07-18T09:07:30","date_gmt":"2023-07-18T02:07:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thailand-real-review.com\/en\/?p=4809"},"modified":"2024-10-09T16:25:48","modified_gmt":"2024-10-09T09:25:48","slug":"michelin-experienced-chefs-french-cuisine-at-workshop-restaurant-sathorn-bangkok","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thailand-real-review.com\/en\/4809.html","title":{"rendered":"Michelin-Experienced Chef’s French Cuisine at WORKSHOP Restaurant, Sathorn, Bangkok"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Hello, everyone I am Chifumi Maeda, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

a Japanese female president living in Bangkok.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Today, I would like to introduce \u201cWORKSHOP Restaurant\u201d<\/span> on the Yenakart Road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This restaurant is next door to the Cagette Canteen & Deli which I frequently visit.<\/p>\n\n\n

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I often pass by the WORKSHOP Restaurant on my way to the office, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but I’ve never entered the restaurant as I like Cagette Canteen & Deli so much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It seems that WORKSHOP Restaurant opened in June 2020, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but I have never set my foot in the restaurant for about three years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A few months ago, Mr. and Mrs. Hayakawa,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

who were opening a Japanese restaurant “Kappo Yume” in Thonglor <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

were enjoying their meal at the WORKSHOP Restaurant that <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mr. Naoki Hayakawa, a Japanese cuisine chef, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

is a culinary professional who served as the official chef of the Japanese Embassy in Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cKappo Yume” opened by Mr. and Mrs. Hayakawa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As it is a restaurant where professional chefs say it’s delicious, so I went there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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After going there once, I became a fan of WORKSHOP Restaurant and since then, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve been visiting there several times a month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michelin- Experienced Chef Clement Hernandez’s Creativity at WORKSHOP, Bangkok<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

WORKSHOP Restaurant is a casual French restaurant <\/p>\n\n\n\n

located on Yenakart Road in Sathorn District, Bangkok.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Chef Clement Hernandez is a talented French chef <\/p>\n\n\n\n

who trained at the Michelin-starred restaurant <\/p>\n\n\n\n

J’AIME by Jean-Michel Lorain for over 10 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Clement Hernandez stresses on his <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6 policies those are Passion, Expertise, Creativity, Quality, Honesty, Sincerity, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and is not focusing on old habit fine dining or <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instagram ability but focuses on simplicity and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exploring WORKSHOP: A Hidden Gem in Bangkok’s Sathorn District<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As the name of WORKSHOP suggests, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

the space functions as a restaurant, gallery, and creative space, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and is a place where professionals in each field can demonstrate their creativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Art exhibitions are also held there regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The d\u00e9cor is simple and minimalist in design, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

with large windows overlooking on the Yenakart Road, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

which is lively but in a calm way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There is also a private room and an outdoor table in the back of the restaurant <\/p>\n\n\n\n

so you can use them according to your purpose and mood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Redefining French Cuisine: A Culinary Review of WORKSHOP Restaurant<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

French Specialties by Chef Clement at WORKSHOP: A Must-Try<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

At WORKSHOP Restaurant, in accordance with the 6 policies that <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve mentioned earlier work directly with producers in and out of Thailand <\/p>\n\n\n\n

striving to procure the best ingredients <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and serve their guests with maximum sincerity as their motto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Not only that the food is delicious, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but they are also particular about the ingredients and cooking methods <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and consider customers\u2019 health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I feel that they are very good with <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“adjusting the salt amount usage” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

that brings out the original taste of the ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thai people tend to prefer dishes with a relatively strong salty taste, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but at the WORKSHOP Restaurant, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I feel that the ingredients are cooked with the right amount of salt <\/p>\n\n\n\n

to bring out the best flavor of the ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chef Clement’s Recommended Menu at WORKSHOP: Don’t Miss Out<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When I visited for the first time, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I ordered a lunch set because I wanted to taste the overall cooking state of the food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In addition to the set menu, there are also \u00e0 la carte menu, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

as well as a Sincere Dining menu filled with the chef’s best cooking techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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My husband and I ordered 3 courses and we each ordered a glass of wine of our choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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French bread and canap\u00e9s are served at the starting of the meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The canapes were cheese and tuna.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a light texture and taste, expectations for our meals to come expands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For the first appetizer of the three courses, I chose my favorite, the shrimp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The appearance is vivid and beautiful, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and the voice of joy unintentionally overflows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shrimp is difficult to prepare with controlling cooking heat, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but it is cooked with an exquisite balance, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and I couldn\u2019t help ourselves not to close my eyes and savor it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Husband ordered Crab and Prawn Bisque.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It looks very simple at a glance but the moment <\/p>\n\n\n\n

it was brought to the table, we noticed the smell of the elegant aroma of shrimp and crab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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And the main course for me was Confit Duck Leg, my favorite dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The taste of the sauce is not overpowering <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but is a delicious flavor that complements the duck meat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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My husband ordered Braised Beef Cheek.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It melts in your mouth as it was cooked slowly simmered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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pairing with red wine was perfect, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

vegetables that came with had a strong natural sweetness, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and the mashed potatoes were excellent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As for the dessert; I don’t fancy sweets <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but the desserts at WORKSHOP Restaurant are moderately sweet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Desserts are to be chosen from the a la carte menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I went for Spiced Fig.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It was fig compote but it smelled like cinnamon, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

so even for those who don’t fancy sweets can enjoy it too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The ice cream was ginger ice and although it is ice cream, it was mouth refreshing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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My husband has a sweet tooth, and he always orders chocolate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On this day, he went for Chocolate Mousse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Chocolate Mousse was not too sweet, so you can finish it without getting tired of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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My husband has been several times to the restaurant <\/p>\n\n\n\n

after we\u2019ve visited for the first time, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and he says that the Chocolate Mousse is so delicious <\/p>\n\n\n\n

that he must order it every time when he is there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The first time we went there, we ordered a set menu, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but after that, we very often went for a la carte.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Here are some dishes that are my personal favorite from their menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“Crab risotto” that comes with plenty of fresh crab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crabs meat will smell bad when they get old or when you don’t handle them well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This risotto has no bad smell whatsoever and delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stewed lamb meat is also a must-try dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The saltiness and sauce are well balanced, and it melts in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In France, stewed dishes are home cooking meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Octopus carpaccio is also a delicious dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has a simple and refreshing taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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My hubby’s favorite beef carpaccio is a dish accented with nuts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I\u2019ve tasted beef carpaccio at various restaurants <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but this restaurant’s carpaccio is simple yet has a deep flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I strongly recommend you enjoy variety of delicious dishes at WORKSHOP Restaurant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dress Code at WORKSHOP Restaurant, Bangkok: What to Wear?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are no dress codes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just come with clothe that you are comfortable in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost of Dining at WORKSHOP, Sathorn: What’s the Budget?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lunch set is 500 THB for 2 courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Three courses is 650 THB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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SINCERE DINING is 1,000 THB for 4 courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wine pairing is 600 THB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A la carte dishes start at around 350 THB per dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bottled wine is available from 1,300 THB and can be ordered by the glass from 270 THB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There is an additional 7% VAT and 10% service charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pros and Cons of Dining at WORKSHOP Restaurant, Bangkok<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Essential Tips for Dining at WORKSHOP Restaurant, Sathorn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Set lunches and set menus are good value for money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All dishes are elaborate and delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prices are relatively reasonable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open for lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The restaurant features the cuisine of Clement Hernandez, a former chef at a Michelin-starred restaurant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Valet parking available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Potential Downsides of WORKSHOP Restaurant, Bangkok<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Away from BTS and MRT stations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Staff service has room for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n