Restaurant: Nan's Thai Fine Dining

I don't get to try very many restaurants when I'm away for work because I'm generally on my own. Once in a while however, my running around does allow me to try some different restaurants, so I'm especially appreciative when they stand out. And man, did this place stand out, and apparently not only to me. According to the plaque on the wall, it also received AAA's 4 diamond award.

Ambiance: 4 / 5
Cleanliness: 5 / 5
Service: 5 / 5
Taste: 4.5 / 5
Presentation: 4.5 / 5
Price: $$$
Overall: 4.5 / 5

Nan's REALLY has designed this place designed exceptionally well; even the washrooms. Sorry, the washrooms in particular. I seriously wanted to bring my camera into the washroom to take a few shots, but uhmm....I don't think the other patrons would take so kindly to that. HAHA. But the washrooms were not only absolutely pristine, you felt like you were walking into a spa.

The first dish that arrived was Nan's Tasting Tree, which consists of a small sampling of a few of Nan's sumptuous appetisers. I was unfortunately, still admiring the design of the washroom while washing my hands when it came, so I can't really tell you what everything is. They were all good, but those two little pink swirly things at the bottom of the photo? They were simply AMAZING. Perfect balance of flavours with a nice kick from the hot pepper on top.

My selected entree isn't on their menu, but a special of the day. It was a steamed Chilean Sea Bass over some Bok Choy & mushrooms in a soy sauce. The sea bass was cooked perfectly, but honestly, the soy sauce was a bit much for my liking, even after I mixed in the ginger, green onion and pepper. But delicious nevertheless.

Below is just a quick photo of what my friend ordered. Unfortunately, she didn't seem to want to share, so I didn't get a chance to taste it. HAHA. She did say it was droolworthy tho. =)~

If you do get a chance to go to Atlanta, I'd highly recommend this place. Servers were all Thai and extremely hospitable. Thai hospitality + Southern hospitality = AMAZING hospitality. hahaha =)~


Nan's Thai Fine Dining
1350 Spring St. NW.
Atlanta, GA
404-870-9933

~Cheers

Movie: The Hangover Part II (2011)

Rating: C


Talking with some friends after watching the movie, I dropped the score for The Hangover Part II from a B-, down to a C. While it was mildly entertaining, and it certainly had its moments of hilarity, from what they told me of the first one, this sequel is simply a lazy derivative of the first movie. If I were in to that, I'd probably go read myself a few more John Grisham novels (or watch the movies).



I just don't get Zach Galifianakis. I don't understand why anyone thinks he's funny and I don't understand why he's famous. It's like watching Jar Jar Binks but with different names. Yes, I do find him THAT annoying. Thankfully, this movie has Jamie Chung (she can be my ChiChi anyday...HAHAHA). There really wasn't a reason to bring her up, she's just cute enough to deserve a nod. =)~

The first rendition of The Hangover (2009) was original and innovative in concept; turning an alcohol imbibing, drug inducing hangover that forces the members of "The Wolfpack" to re-trace their steps to figure out what happened. But to follow the same formula all over again, that's just lazy. And even though I haven't watched the first one, The Hangover Part II was only mildly entertaining.

Set in Bangkok, The Hangover Part II seems more of a comedy noire than a comedy. While it has its moments, I found most of the jokes to be low brow, slapstick humour that simply plays on the stereotypes of Thailand. And while some of the footage was quite beautiful, it's pretty hard to mess up the naturally beautiful scenes of the country.

But how do you not watch a movie that features a smoking monkey?

~Cheers.