The inspiration for BAAN RIM PA comes from Tom McNamara who arrived to Phuket after operating upscale restaurants around the world in New York City, England, France and on St. Martin in the Caribbean.

"When I came to Phuket I was immediately impressed with the remarkable cuisine of the different regions of Thailand. I decided to turn my home on the cliff overlooking the Andaman Sea, into BAAN RIM PA," comments Tom.

"When my guests have dinner at BAAN RIM PA, I treat them just like my friends who have come to my home for dinner except, unfortunately, I have to present a bill at the end of the evening."

Tom quickly became a local legend for his gracious hospitality and imagination at providing his guests with the finest Thai cuisine available.

He has compiled his most popular and easy to source recipes in The Official Cookbook.

"I searched for the most authentic recipes for Royal Thai cuisine and found descendants of cooks to the Royal Family who still knew how to prepare the dishes which were formerly only prepared in the Grand Palace," continues Tom. "I hope these recipes add as much pleasure to kitchens around the world as they do here at BAAN RIM PA."