It was some time ago when Chef Arnond Sreesuvan (R-NON SREE-SUE-VON) of Pho Republique began his love affair with food in Cha ChoEng Sao, Thailand.

Born to a family of farmers and restaurateurs, it was his dream to come to America and share both his passion and mastery of Asian cuisine.

From April 13-15, Chef Arnond, and Pho Republique, will be celebrating Songkran (สงกรานต์), the three-day Thai New Year Festival of his homeland. Guests of the restaurant during these three days will be treated to the additional option of celebrating with a special Pre Fixe Songkran Supper menu including dessert and a traditional Thai water blessing! The Pre Fixe Menu is as follows:

Menu

1^st Course

Sunburst Pomelo (Asian Grapefruit) Salad with Jumbo Shrimp (Yum Som O)
or
Barbeque Lemongrass Beef Salad

2^nd Course

Chang Mai Noodle (Khow Soy)

Yellow noodles in yellow curry with pickle vegetables topped with crispy noodles
or
Spicy Cashew Chicken

3^rd Course
Banana and Coconut cake with Thai basil Ice cream (followed by Water Blessing)

$35.00, Reservations requested but walk-ins welcome, Pho Republique, 1415 Washington St., Boston, Mass., 617-262-0005.

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