Top 5 dining experiences in Koh Samui

Visiting the island of Koh Samui is becoming more popular for more than just honeymooners and as more people travel to the area, there has been a boom in the tourist industry. Thousands flock to the exotic isle which means there is more demand for quality cuisine and luxury dining experiences. Below are five indulgent, exclusive dining experiences for visitors to Koh Samui in Thailand. Zazen’s Restaurant Zazen’s Restaurant in Bophut has won awards for the quality of its cuisine and service. They offer diners traditional Thai dishes, specific to the region with the addition of fine dining touches to help them stand out from the crowd. The care and consideration put into each dish is evident as soon as your meal reaches your table and although the costs are high, it’s clear the quality is worth it. The chef and kitchen staff even grow their own herbs. Dining on the Rocks Dine on the rocks under the starlit sky at the restaurant of the same name; Dining on the Rocks at Choeng Mon Beach. You can relax on the terraces as you enjoy what the restaurant describes as ‘New Asian cuisine with a cross over accent’. Take in the natural beauty of your surrounds as you try dishes like nothing you’ve ever seen or tasted before. Shabash Restaurant Shabash Restaurant is on Big Buddha Beach and is renowned for its culinary diversity. They offer a diverse range of dishes due to the fusion of cultures involved in the restaurant’s management and menu. The restaurant offers a fantastic mixture of Thai, Indian, Singaporean and Indonesian cuisines so diners can really experience the true taste of Asia. Chaweng Beach dining Chaweng Beach is over six kilometres long and is coated in that soft white sand that beach holiday dreams are made of. As well as relaxing on the beach however Chaweng has a range of boutique beach front restaurants giving you the opportunity to lounge on a cushion, dip your toes into the sand and enjoy a traditional Thai dining experience. Zico’s Zico’s is one of those venues that everyone who visits Koh Samui should experience. It’s a legendary venue that combines the most succulent meats and meals alongside top quality entertainment you won’t want to miss. The food is served up on skewers and you’ve got the choice to eat all you can with access to a fresh salad bar and thirst-quenching cocktails. Visting Koh Samui can be as memorable as you want to make it. Book into your luxury villa, visit some of the sights and dine under the stars and you’ll surely enjoy the whole experience. Mark Cox is Director at Samui Island Villas. If you would like to be a guest blogger on A Luxury Travel Blog in order to raise your profile, please contact us.