Thai Again

Saturday, January 16, 2010

CJ's Wine & Dine group gathered tonight at the Tantalizing Thai in the Carson/Long Beach area.
This is a favorite place of the group.

We started out with the "Tom Yum Koong" soup. Shrimp & mushrooms in an excellent broth. I had 3 bowls of the broth.

Next we indulged in Satay Beef, Sarong (shrimp coated with ground pork and egg noddles then fried) and Crispy Garlic Wings. By time you have reached this point you are no longer hungry.

Brown Fried Rice with Basil was presented. I personally did not like this dish Others did. I found the rice too gummy and the basil seemed overwhelming. Another dish that I do not like was up next. Green Curry Mixed Vegetables. I am probably the only one that did not care for these two dishes.

Siam Apple Catfish was served. The fish is very sweet and the sharp green apple slivers add just the right touch of acidity.

Crying Tiger Steak came to us. This is always a crowd pleaser along with the last dish of Thai Baby Back Ribs.

The wines were for the most part good. There were a couple of exceptional ones and as always a few dogs. There were several bubblies and Champagnes served which usually pair well with this type of food.

Another successful dinner. Tonight there were 19 people attending so the wine and conversation flowed well.