Award-winning Thai restaurant celebrates 20 years in Leeds with special menu

Leeds-based Thai restaurant Sukhothai is celebrating its milestone 20th birthday by adopting a special menu to run in conjunction with its more typical current offerings.

The limited-edition menu will be available for 20 days between April 26 and May 15, allowing guests to step back in time to sample some classic Sukhothai specials that have since been discontinued.

Dishes making a comeback include the Gae Kiew Wan Gata Lon, lamb stir-fried with green curry paste, sweet basil, lime leaves, green beans and chilli, served on a sizzling hot plate. Additionally, the Som Tum Supparod Pla Tod consists of crispy haddock served with a spicy Som Tum salad and fruity pineapple.

Since founding Sukhothai in 2002, Ban Kaewkraikhot has become “one of the city’s most respected restaurateurs”, with employees, customers, and her peers all drawn to her magnetic personality and boundless enthusiasm for food and entertaining.

Speaking of the forthcoming birthday, Ban said: “Leeds has been my home for over 20 years now, and I’m so proud of what we’ve achieved at Sukhothai since our humble beginnings back in 2002. Leeds is a fantastic city, full of warm and welcoming people, and one of the most diverse food scenes you’ll find in the world.

“I’m also lucky enough to call so many customers and team members my friends. I’ve been part of countless engagements, birthdays, graduations and seen children grow up into young adults.

“I’m eternally grateful to everyone that has supported me over the years and can’t wait to see our most loyal and longstanding customers enjoy our special birthday menu. Removing some of these classic specials from our menu wasn’t always an easy decision, but we always aim to evolve at Sukhothai, and our customers appreciate this.

“The Seafood Platter, in particular, will be welcomed back with open arms, I’ve had so many customers ask when it’s coming back. I look forward to seeing you all, to raise a glass to 20 years. Here’s to the next 20!”

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