Santiburi Koh Samui, a luxury retreat under S Hotels & Resorts, is debuting its seasonal iteration of the 100 Miles Dining Programme at the renowned Sala Thai restaurant, a prominent culinary destination for over three decades.

Since its inception in 2024, this programme has celebrated authentic Thai cuisine by focusing on locally sourced ingredients and adhering to sustainability practices. Each five-course set menu showcases Thai dishes prepared entirely with ingredients sourced within a 100-mile radius from the resort, with head chef personally selecting fresh produce from local markets and the resort’s organic garden to ensure top quality and authenticity in every creation.

The menu not only supports local fishermen, farmers, and small-scale producers but also features wild-caught seafood and ingredients harvested in a natural manner. At the centre of the menu is a dedication to the coconut, specifically chosen from Koh Phangan farms, famous for their naturally sweet coconut varieties. Additionally, all seafood is procured daily from reputable local vendors.

Importantly, this initiative aligns with S Hotels & Resorts’ “Green Button” program, whereby a tree is planted at Singha Park in Chiang Rai for each 100 Miles Set Menu ordered, contributing to reforestation and environmental education efforts.

Culinary Highlights

• The culinary experience begins with Hor Mok Talay, a delicately spiced coconut custard infused with fresh seafood from Surat Thani, displayed in a mini coconut shell as a nod to Samui’s renowned fruit. The traditional steaming method with banana leaves enhances the dish’s authenticity.
• The Samui Lobster Carpaccio presents the sweet, succulent lobster with tom yum caviar and a crisp peanut cracker.
• For the soup, Tom Yam Goong features a fragrant broth created from coconut water, offering a lighter, aromatic update to the classic recipe.
• The main course, Surf ’n’ Earth, combines tender slow-cooked beef cheeks sourced from a local farm with wild-caught Samui red snapper, served with a stir-fried Malindjo leaf mousse inspired by a Southern Thai favorite, finished with a robust red curry sauce.
• The gastronomic journey closes with Chocolate Coconut Parfait with Raspberries, an exquisite tribute to the coconut, boasting contrasting flavors and textures, elegantly presented to reflect the characteristics of the traditional fruit.

The 100 Miles Dining Programme is exclusively available at Sala Thai and is priced at THB 2,900++ per person, with an optional wine pairing priced at THB 1,250++. Guests can also book this dining experience as part of a specially curated room package starting from THB 8,850+++, which includes accommodation, daily breakfast for two, and significant perks on dining.