Siam, a new Thai restaurant on Caminos del Inca in Chacarilla, was the scenario of a most delightful evening for members and friends looking for something new and delicious.

Host Carlos Zegarra and his bilingual crew offered us a behind-closed-doors exclusive for a most enthusiastic group that delighted in the variety of Thai dishes.

After a most delightful and original cocktail called Lemongrass Sour, (essence of lemon grass -- hierba luisa -- blended with pisco), heaping plates of arroz bankok, meegrob gungo, curried duck with cherry tomatoes in coconut milk, spring rolls, and chicken with basil.

Siam also offered a series of tempting deserts including crepes stuffed with fresh fruit and ice cream. The evening closed with smiles and promises to return soon.

The June Restaurant Night is still a surprise due to the Fourth of July Picnic on the 26th of the month, but be on the lookout for the announcement of another new and exciting meeting place to satisfy the most demanding palate. -- Jim Plunkett