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Piri Piri Portuguese

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A friend of a friend recommends the chicken dishes at Piri Piri. Several times I pass by the restaurant in Siam Paragon but refrain from getting in because I read "flaming hot" and I'm no fan of hot, spicy food. But one weekend after church I wandered around looking for something to eat. There's an advantage when you're not that hungry while restaurant-hunting. You get to vary the restaurants you go to. I was curious and didn't want to miss what Piri-piri is famous for: flaming hot chicken.

No smoke came off my ears and nostrils - a discovery that tells me it's OK to go back. I love how fresh the lettuce and capsicum strips are. The menu presentation is charming, and that's great in my books. There's a little story in it which makes up for leisure reading while waiting for your order. So I learned Piri Piri is Portuguese / Mediterranean cuisine. There are small pictures of ancient sea vessels around the menu which remind me of the Portuguese explorer Magellan. And yes, this was a yummy brunch experience.

There are two Piri-Piri restaurants in Thailand, both are in Bangkok:

Emporium, 5th Floor
622, Soi 24 Sukhumvit Rd, Klong Toei Nua, Wattana 10110

Piri Piri Siam Paragon, Ground Floor
991/1 Rama 1 Rd Pathumwan 10330

Business Hours: 10.00 - 21.00 every day
Price Range: 200 - 1,000 Bht / 6 - 33 USD

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  1. Roger Owen GreenOctober 31, 2012 at 12:40 AM

    not familiar with this, but I'd try it!
    ROG, ABC Wednesday team

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  2. RajeshOctober 31, 2012 at 12:59 AM

    This sure is a nice place.

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  3. Leslie:October 31, 2012 at 1:54 AM

    I'm always cautious about hot, spicy foods!

    Leslie
    abcw team

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  4. Luna MirandaOctober 31, 2012 at 2:46 AM

    i've seen this restaurant at the malls but haven't tried them yet. i love spicy food so i'd better check them out.:p

    P is for...

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  5. ewok1993October 31, 2012 at 2:57 AM

    I'm always excited to try new restaurants and new cuisines.

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  6. ArtMuseDog and CarolOctober 31, 2012 at 4:26 AM

    How brave of you to experiment and to be met with a pleasant surprise and new food ~ Great post ~ (A Creative Harbor) ^_^

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  7. WandaOctober 31, 2012 at 6:20 AM

    Before and after my gall bladder surgery... I stay away from all spicy food!!! However, it looks and smells good!

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  8. photowannabeOctober 31, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    As long as no smoke came from your ears and nose it must be ok. Good for you for trying it.

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  9. GattinaNovember 1, 2012 at 3:45 AM

    Looks very nice !
    Gattina
    ABC Team

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