Cover Located in the heart of Phuket’s vibrant Old Town, House of Tin Baron is a luxurious lifestyle destination that masterfully blends elegance, culture, and gastronomy.
Located in the heart of Phuket’s vibrant Old Town, House of Tin Baron is a luxurious lifestyle destination that masterfully blends elegance, culture, and gastronomy.
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In the heart of Phuket's old town, the House of Tin Baron breathes new life into a 19th-century mansion, creating a dining destination that marries heritage with contemporary luxury.
The House of Tin Baron, Phuket’s latest venture into refined dining, opened its doors in a meticulously restored 1898 mansion in the closing month of 2024. Once home to the British Merchant Association, this Sino-Portuguese gem has been transformed into – and without a stretch – what could be described as the island’s most ambitious culinary destination.
“We’re witnessing Phuket's emergence as a centre of culinary artistry,” says Deepak Ohri, CEO of Luxury Atelier Maison Happiness (LAMH). “The House of Tin Baron celebrates this evolution while honouring the island’s rich heritage.”
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Seven wonders
1. The Sino-Portuguese style building: ‘Love at First Sight’
Above Deepak Ohri, CEO of Luxury Atelier Maison Happiness (LAMH)
Deepak Ohri, CEO of Luxury Atelier Maison Happiness (LAMH)
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Approach via a shimmering lotus pond that mirrors the mansion’s restored Sino-Portuguese façade. The former “Ban Nai Hua Ang Mo” building (British Merchant Association, written here in a fascinating mix of Thai and Hokkien that conjures up Phuket’s multilingual origins) stands as proudly now as it did in 1898.
2. The world’s only Louis Roederer Cristal Room
Above The world’s first exclusive Louis Roederer Cristal Room at House of Tin Baron
The world’s first exclusive Louis Roederer Cristal Room at House of Tin Baron
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Cross the threshold onto a green carpet bearing the house insignia, past uniformed staff and up a sweeping staircase to find yourself in a unique champagne bar that would not look out of place in Paris or London.
3. Sip from golden goblets
Above Terra, an exquisite Italian restaurant
Terra, an exquisite Italian restaurant
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The champagne service elevates ritual to art, with bespoke 22-carat gold goblets. They are designed to draw attention to the dancing bubbles of fine champagne, but feel free to give the goblets a moment of appreciation as well!
4. Emilie Subra: ambassador of fine wine and champagne
Above Emilie Subra, Ambassador of Louis Roederer Cristal Room
Emilie Subra, Ambassador of Louis Roederer Cristal Room
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As ambassador for the Louis Roederer Cristal Room, Emilie Subra brings wide-ranging and deep expertise to the wine programme, spinning tales about the premium champagnes on offer and ensuring an unforgettable experience with each sip.
5. Distinctive glassware and Italian cuisine at Terra
Above Distinctive glassware and Italian cuisine at Terra
Distinctive glassware and Italian cuisine at Terra
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Terra captures “la dolce vita” in more than just its on-plate offerings. Custom Belgian tableware, including cleverly angled stemware that catches light from the central chandelier, serve as an exclamation mark to an atmosphere of informal elegance.
6. Premium ingredients, creative cuisine
Above Kiwami Wagyu beef tenderloin
Kiwami Wagyu beef tenderloin
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Beyond the glassware, the kitchen rolls out a carefully curated selection of premium big names: bluefin tuna, langoustines, morels, Dover sole, uni and Kiwami wagyu beef, everything creatively prepared and presented – a delight to both the taste buds and the eyes.
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Above Raviolo with morel mushroom
Raviolo with morel mushroom
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7. Expert hands in the kitchen
Above Deepak Ohri, CEO of Luxury Atelier Maison Happiness (LAMH)
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Deepak Ohri, CEO of Luxury Atelier Maison Happiness (LAMH)
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Under LAMH CEO Deepak Ohri’s direction, Executive Chef Okan Ozturk brings 15 years of Michelin-starred experience to the kitchen, while Head Sommelier Max Erpelding’s extensive travels form the backbone of a thoughtfully assembled wine list.
Seven new wonders all in one house: the House of Tin Baron, a new chapter in Phuket’s culinary evolution, one that honours the island’s past by fusing contemporary luxury with elegance and heritage. Make it a must-do when you visit Phuket.
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Questo non e un mango
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House of Tin Baron
Address: Satun Road, Talat Nuea, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket, 095-368-0888, tinbaron.com
Open daily, 5pm to 1am
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