Think-Design Magazine

Molecular Cuisine - Sound the Death Knell
Whether one is a die hard 'foodie' or not, does anyone truly, I mean truly, look forward to a mouthful of foam? Does anyone honestly crave deep fried mayonnaise? Are children begging their mothers or fathers to make their favourite chocolate 'dirt' or strawberry 'dust' for dessert? I think not. I for one see the sun setting on this super trendy form of cooking and I for one applaud it. Read more »

EIGHT MILES HIGH -- BRAISED TURTLE AT 35,000 FEET?
As I stare down yet another 23 hour foray into the stratosphere across the planet, I am faced with the daunting reality that not only am I sitting in an aluminium tube hurtling across the sky at 500 miles per hour with complete strangers, but a far more disconcerting fact: I'll soon become a captive audience for the poorest excuse for food to ever cross my lips. Yes, I'm speaking today of "Airline Cuisine". By Aaron Hooper... Read more »

THE RED HOT CHILI PEPPER
The Red chili peppers, such as cayenne, have been shown to reduce blood cholesterol, triglyceride levels, and platelet aggregation, while increasing the body's ability to dissolve fibrin, a substance integral to the formation of blood clots. Read more »

CHEF AARON HOOPER > Joe's Downstairs Restaurant
Hooper was honoured at the 2008 HAPA (Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards) as Top Chef in Thailand, a prize that is very competitive and sought after. Read more »

Professional Chefs
Each professional chef approaches creating a new dish in a different fashion. Influences as diverse as childhood food memories, travel experiences, education and different Chef/mentors all play a role in how they approach a dish. Joe´s Downstairs´ Executive Chef, Aaron Hooper will try to give us a glimpse of the thought process he personally uses when building a new plate for a menu. Read more »

Crispy Skin White Snapper Fillet with Shiitake
This beautiful local fish is pan seared to give the skin a nice crunch to pair with the silky texture of the meat. Read more »

Watermelon Martini
at Joe's Downstairs Restaurant - Kalim Beach Read more »

Phuket Francophone

Loe's Downstairs, la classe relex
Joe's Downstairs, nommé meilleur restauranr Read more »

Where to Eat

Joe's Downstairs - International Food
Winners HAPA 2008-2010 Best casual dining in Asia, Thailand Tatler and Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Read more »

Window Magazine

Joe's Downstairs Overview
A favourite choice for both local expat residents and guests to Phuket, Joe's Downstairs is a beachfront bar that is a superb place to meet for cocktails at sunset. This award-winning casual and trendy bar and restaurant serves Asian style tapas with Executive Chef Aaron Hooper winning 'King of the Kitchen Thailand 2008-2010' by HAPA. Read more »