Is Phuket’s culinary scene on the cusp of greatness? Visit the restaurants of six of the island’s most innovative chefs, and your answer is likely to be a resounding “yes.” Click here to read the PDF #destinasian #phuket #bampot #jamiewakeford #rusticeaterybar #pru #bampotkitchenbar #suay #breezeatcapeyamu #esenzi #TammasakChootong #timbutler #xaviercharest #jimmyophorst #NikolaLesar #johnbecker

Phuket has come a long way in a very short time. Historically an important regional trading post attracting merchants from Arabia, India and China, it became a centre of the global tin and rubber industries, before being discovered by travellers in the 1970s. Today, now firmly on the global tourism map, it combines pristine stretches of sand with amazing culinary experiences and exciting attractions. Here’s how to make the most of Phuket in 48 hours. Click here to read the PD

Pru makes its own produce at a 240-acre farm northeast of Phuket and Old Town has been revitalized by Surf & Turf. Chef Tammasak Chootong has made a name as Phuket’s fusion food pioneer; Jamie Wakeford, who apprenticed at Heston Blumenthal’s Fat Duck, turns heads with his Thai-fried cauliflower with truffle mayo. Thailand’s largest island may be famed for its blue skies and white-sand beaches, but an emerging dining scene led by creative chefs is putting its restaurants on th

Thailand’s largest island has something for everybody: from the heritage charm of the Old Town to the beautiful beaches that line the west coast. However, beyond the tourist traps you’ll discover an island full of surprising secrets. Click here to read the PDF #holidaysforcouples #phuket #phuketelephantsanctuary #catch #SkylasSurfSUPClub #skyelakeclub #bampot #hanumanworld #breezeatcapeyamu #lardyai #blueelephant #craftsco

On an island full of beaches, Phuket’s Bangtao stands out from the rest for its unique mixture of fine dining, great coffee, boutique shopping and, of course, sun, surf and sand. Click here to read the PDF #phuket #jetstarasia #bangtao #SkylasSurfSUPClub #CatchBeachClub #PhuketAdventureMiniGolf #PhuketCoffeeLab #LemongrassHouse #TheSiamSupperClub #Bampot