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Words by Christine Van Bloem
Photos by Amanda Rodriguez
Let ’ s talk Kittiwat , the fantastic new Thai restaurant opened recently near the Westview area of Frederick . This super yummy joint is my latest obsession , and is focused on serving authentic Thai dishes with a modern twist .
With clean , contemporary design and a menu that excites but doesn ’ t overwhelm , Kittiwat sticks to traditional Thai fare with an updated feel . There ’ s no need to be nervous about branching out from the “ safest ” Thai dish of all , Pad Thai . But if you ’ re ready to baby step into more authentic flavor , the menu gently suggests asking for it in the traditional manner , with dried shrimp added to the mix .
Do that ... please . It adds an additional layer of flavor to the dish , without an overt fishiness . Allow the super friendly , helpful staff to guide you through questions on unfamiliar dishes and flavors . They ’ ll lead you through the menu , assuring that you enjoy your experience .
Interested in giving curries a try ? Thai curries are made from pastes using different fresh herbs and spices as their base . Red / Panang start with sweetness , then delve into spice , then salt , while green lead the way with a spicier kick , then hints of sweetness , then salt .
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