Khantoke Dinner: Northern Style Dinner with Cultural Performance in Chiang Mai
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Meet Location
- Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center
Included
- Khantoke dinner
- Traditional Lanna performance with live folk music
- Refillable water & herbal drinks (optional)
Excluded
- Other personal expenses
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Khantoke Dinner: Northern Style Dinner with Cultural Performance in Chiang Mai Options
Traditional Performance Only
Khantoke Classic Dinner Original + Traditional Performance
Khantoke Classic Dinner Vegetarian + Traditional Performance
Khantoke Classic Dinner Halal + Traditional Performance
Khantoke Heritage Dinner Original + Traditional Performance
Khantoke Heritage Dinner Vegetarian + Traditional Performance
Khantoke Heritage Dinner Halal + Traditional Performance
Khantoke Legacy Dinner Original + Traditional Performance
Khantoke Legacy Dinner Vegetarian + Traditional Performance
Khantoke Legacy Dinner Halal + Traditional Performance
Overview
Enjoy cultural performances while feasting a northern Thai-style dinner!
Chiang Mai, a representative city of Northern Thailand, presents an evening full of its unique traditional culture. Experience Khantoke dining, which is a northern Thai style of eating where food is served on large wooden trays and consumed sitting on the floor. As the dinner course pleases your palate, you’ll also appreciate traditional Thai performances, including the traditional Finger dance, Sword & Candle dances and the Ramwong!
Why this tour?
▲ Traditional Lanna Performances
Witness the beauty of Lanna heritage through a series of refined dances showcasing ethnic folk traditions, royal court movements, and contemporary interpretations. Performed exclusively at the Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center, these performances highlight the cultural diversity, elegance, and living traditions of Northern Thailand.
▲ Khantoke Dinner
Enjoy authentic Northern Thai cuisine served on a traditional khantoke table, made with fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from local farmers. The dinner is paired with elegant Lanna cultural performances for a complete cultural experience. Standard, vegetarian, and halal menu options are available.
Chiang Mai, a representative city of Northern Thailand, presents an evening full of its unique traditional culture. Experience Khantoke dining, which is a northern Thai style of eating where food is served on large wooden trays and consumed sitting on the floor. As the dinner course pleases your palate, you’ll also appreciate traditional Thai performances, including the traditional Finger dance, Sword & Candle dances and the Ramwong!
Why this tour?
- Taste delicious authentic northern-style food: sticky rice, fried pork skin, northern chili paste, pork curry, sweet crispy rice and deep fried banana (food can be refilled)
- Watch different types of traditional Thai dances performed with live music
- Learn the dances and perform together with the dancers
- Flexible dinner menu available to suit your preference among northern Thai, vegetarian and halal (optional)
| Old Chiang Mai's Khantoke Dinner | |
| Availability | Every day |
| Meet Location | Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center (map) |
| Dinner + performance | 6:30pm~8:30pm |
| Performance only | 7:10pm~8:30pm |
▲ Traditional Lanna Performances
Witness the beauty of Lanna heritage through a series of refined dances showcasing ethnic folk traditions, royal court movements, and contemporary interpretations. Performed exclusively at the Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center, these performances highlight the cultural diversity, elegance, and living traditions of Northern Thailand.
▲ Khantoke Dinner
Enjoy authentic Northern Thai cuisine served on a traditional khantoke table, made with fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from local farmers. The dinner is paired with elegant Lanna cultural performances for a complete cultural experience. Standard, vegetarian, and halal menu options are available.
Price
| Option | Price | Included | Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional Performance Only | Adult (136 cm~) Child (90~135 cm) | - Traditional Lanna performance with live folk music | |
| Khantoke Classic Dinner Original + Traditional Performance | Adult (136 cm~) Child (90~135 cm) | - Khantoke Standard Dinner Original/Vegetarian/Halal (optional) - Traditional Lanna performance with live folk music | |
| Khantoke Heritage Dinner Original + Traditional Performance | Adult (136 cm~) Child (90~135 cm) | - Khantoke Heritage Dinner Original/Vegetarian/Halal (optional) - Traditional Lanna performance with live folk music | |
| Khantoke Legacy Dinner Original + Traditional Performance | Adult (136 cm~) Child (90~135 cm) | - Khantoke Legacy Dinner Original/Vegetarian/Halal (optional) - Traditional Lanna performance with live folk music |
- Children shorter than 90cm are free of charge and will share meals with parents.
- A minimum of 2 people is required to book the Heritage and Legacy options.
- The menu items are subject to change depending on seasonality and availability.
- All menu items are refillable.
[List of Traditional Lanna Performances]
- Fingernail Dance
- Khan Dok Dance
- Sao Mai Dance
- Sword Dance
- Kai Lai Dance
- Celebratory Drum Dance
- Circle Dance (Rum Wong)
- Candle Dance
- Man Mui Chiang Ta Dance
- To and Ging Ga Ra Dance
- Burmese Phang Dance
- Fire Sword Dance
| Old Chiang Mai's Khantoke Classic Dinner Menu | ||
| Original | Vegetarian | Halal |
| Burmese pork (Hin-Lay) curry | Burmese vegetarian (Hin-Lay) curry | Burmese chicken (Hin-Lay) curry |
| Stir-fried seasonal vegetables | Stir-fried seasonal vegetables | Stir-fried seasonal vegetables |
| Deep fried chicken with "Makwaen" | Vegetarian seasonal organic vegetable soup | Deep fried chicken with "Makwaen" |
| Northern Thai pork and tomato chili paste | Green chili paste | Seasonal organic vegetable soup |
| Seasonal organic vegetable soup | Northern Thai vegetarian tomato chili paste | Green chili paste |
| Green chili paste | Organic fresh and steamed vegetables | Organic fresh and steamed vegetables |
| Organic fresh and steamed vegetables | Vegetarian crispy fried tofu skin | Vegetarian crispy fried tofu skin |
| Crispy fried pork rinds | Jasmine rice or sticky rice | Jasmine rice or sticky rice |
| Jasmine rice or sticky rice | Seasonal fruits | Seasonal fruits |
| Seasonal fruits | Choices of coffee, tea, or herbal drinks | Choices of coffee, tea, or herbal drinks |
| Choices of coffee, tea, or herbal drinks | ||
| Old Chiang Mai's Khantoke Heritage Dinner Menu | ||
| Original | Vegetarian | Halal |
| Kai Kwam - Deep fried golden crispy egg and minced pork | Kai Kwam - Deep fried golden crispy egg and mushroom | Kai Kwam - Deep fried golden crispy egg and chicken patties |
| Jor Pak Kad - Northern Thai mustard green soup with dried miso | Jor Pak Kad - Northern Thai mustard green soup with dried miso | Ook Gai - Northern Thai simmer-baked chicken in aromatic herb broth |
| Muu Hoom - Braised pork with aromatic turmeric | Khao Bai - Stuffed sticky rice rolls with spicy red chili dip and fermented red tofu | Jin Hoom - Braised beef with aromatic turmeric |
| Khao Bai - Stuffed sticky rice rolls with spicy red chili dip and fermented red tofu | Yum Ma Kue Som - Tomato salad with shallots and peanuts | Khao Bai - Stuffed sticky rice rolls with spicy red chili dip and fermented red tofu |
| Yum Ma Kue Som - Tomato salad with shallots and peanuts | Larb Hed - Northern style spicy herb mushroom salad | Yum Ma Kue Som - Tomato salad with shallots and peanuts |
| Nam Phrik Taa Daeng Kai Kem - Spicy red chili dip with salted egg | Tum Ma Kuea Kai Tom - Grilled eggplant salad with boiled egg | Nam PhrikTaa Daeng Kai Kem - Spicy red chili dip with salted egg |
| Khaep Muu - Deep-fried pork rinds | Khaep Jae - Deep-fried tofu skin | Khaep Gai - Chicken cracklings |
| Sai Ua - Northern Thai herb sausage | Gaeng Hung Lay - Vegetarian Hung-Lay curry | Gaeng Hung Lay Nuea - Northern Thai braised beef curry with ginger & tamarind |
| Tum Ma Kuea Kai Tom - Grilled eggplant salad with boiled egg | Nam Prik Awng - Northern Thai vegetarian tomato chili paste | Tum Ma Kuea Kai Tom - Grilled eggplant salad with boiled egg |
| Organic vegetables | Organic vegetables | Organic vegetables |
| Jasmine rice or sticky rice | Jasmine rice or sticky rice | Jasmine rice or sticky rice |
| Seasonal fruits | Seasonal fruits | Seasonal fruits |
| Choices of coffee, tea, or herbal drinks | Choices of coffee, tea, or herbal drinks | Choices of coffee, tea, or herbal drinks |
| Old Chiang Mai's Khantoke Legacy Dinner Menu | ||
| Original | Vegetarian | Halal |
| Burmese pork (Hin-Lay) curry | Burmese vegetarian (Hin-Lay) curry | Burmese meat (Hin-Lay) curry |
| Chiang Mai rice noodle with chicken (Khao Soi) | Vegetarian Chiang Mai rice noodle (Khao Soi) | Chiang Mai rice noodle with chicken (Khao Soi) |
| Deep fried chicken with "Makwaen" | Vegetarian fried spring rolls | Deep fried chicken tendons |
| Northern Thai pork herbs sausage | Vegetarian laap | Northern Thai chicken and herbs sausage |
| Green chili paste | Vegetarian green chili paste | Green chili paste |
| Crispy fried pork rinds | Vegetarian crispy fried tofu skin | Vegetarian crispy fried tofu skin |
| Stir-fried Thai basil with pork / minced pork laap with spices | Vegetarian stir-fried Thai basil | Stir-fried Thai basil with chicken / minced chicken laap with spices |
| Thai spicy shrimp soup (Tom Yum Kung) | Mushroom and galangal soup | Thai spicy shrimp soup (Tom Yum Kung) |
| Crisp red tilapia fish salad | Fried tofu and grilled vegetables | Crisp red tilapia fish salad |
| Deep fried banana | Deep fried banana | Deep fried banana |
| Lanna style crispy noodle | Lanna style crispy noodle | Lanna style crispy noodle |
| Organic fresh and steamed vegetables | Organic fresh and steamed vegetables | Organic fresh and steamed vegetables |
| Jasmine rice or sticky rice | Jasmine rice or sticky rice | Jasmine rice or sticky rice |
| Seasonal fruits | Seasonal fruits | Seasonal fruits |
| Fresh coconut | Fresh coconut | Fresh coconut |
| Choices of coffee, tea, or herbal drinks | Choices of coffee, tea, or herbal drinks | Choices of coffee, tea, or herbal drinks |
| Ice cream | Ice cream | Ice cream |
Itinerary
Traditional Performance Only
7:00pm
Arrive at Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center
7:10pm
Enjoy traditional Lanna Performances with live folk music
8:30pm
End of performance
Khantoke Dinner + Traditional Performance
6:30pm
Arrive at Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center
6:35pm
Have Khantoke dinner with the option of your choice
7:10pm
Enjoy traditional Lanna Performances with live folk music
8:30pm
End of performance
How to book
- 1. Complete your booking.
- 2. Check your email.
- 3. Enjoy it.
Please keep in mind
- Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the dinner/performance starts.
Cancellation policy
All times are based on Korea Standard Time (KST) (GMT + 9 hours)
4 days before the reserved date: 100% refund (no later than 5:00pm KST)
2~3 days before the reserved date (before 5:00pm): 50% refund
2 days before the reserved date or less (after 5:00pm): Non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 4 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).
4 days before the reserved date: 100% refund (no later than 5:00pm KST)
2~3 days before the reserved date (before 5:00pm): 50% refund
2 days before the reserved date or less (after 5:00pm): Non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 4 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).
FAQ
What time should I arrive for the Khantoke dinner and performances?
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled dinner or performance time to ensure smooth seating and service.
Are menu items refillable?
Yes. All menu items included in the Khantoke dinner are refillable.
Can the menu change?
Yes. Menu items are subject to change depending on seasonality and ingredient availability.
What menu options are available for the Khantoke Dinner?
Three menu options are available: Classic, Heritage, and Legacy. Each option is available in original, vegetarian, and halal versions.
Destination
Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center
Address: Thanon Thipanet, Tambon Hai Ya, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Phone Number: +66-53-202-993
Phone Number: +66-53-202-993
Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center
Address: Old Chiangmai Cultural Centre, 185 Wua Lai Rd Soi 3, Tambon Hai Ya, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
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