HOT Magazine May 15, 2015 | Page 46

L ET’S EAT HOT MAGAZINE RECOMMEND Electric Mango T his month’s food review took the Hot Magazine team to a hidden food paradise, tucked away off of Hua Hin’s Soi 112. Electric Mango is a quiet venue in which one can unwind and release the stress accumulated across a hectic week, perfect for a Friday night dinner – Particularly if you enjoy steak. We walked in to tranquil lounge music that very gently eased into a soothing Bossanova guitar and complemented the stylish décor of cozy bungalows and comfortable almost armchair-like seating. After letting us enjoy the ambiance for some time, we were greeted by Chef Nom, who became in charge of delighting out palates for the night. 46 May 15 - June 15 , 2015 We waited for our entrees by nibbling on the complimentary bread and butter, until we were presented with a plate of deliciously confectioned nachos. These were extremely crispy, well balanced and presented a hint of smokiness, smoothened by the sour cream. They had a hint of spiciness and tasted extremely fresh. We then tried the Salmon Tartar, which was an enlightening dish because of its distinct zesty taste. Sour and slightly spicy, the taste of the fish truly permeated across the mouth, with a meaty flavour that complemented freshness. The lobster and crab meat soup was also something to indulge in: it juggled a combination of seafood and defining spice. It had a strong taste that left a very delightful aroma in the mouth. Once the entrees had been served, we were presented with the main courses, two beautiful prepared steaks, both of which spoilt us for choice. The first one was a classic American Rib Eye, medium cooked it came with an option of sauces and we chose their creamy pepper sauce. The overall seasoning of this dish combined with its tenderness proved to be a highlight. The steak came with a side dish and we chose bacon wrapped asparagus and a baked potato with sour cream. The former was simply presented but elegant and flavourful, with a smoky taste accompanying the distinct taste of the asparagus. The latter was a perfect complement to provide a plain balance and did so very well.