Kalimpong: The town will soon get its first taste of nightlife.
King Thai, a swanky new resto-bar spread over 3,200 square feet on the second floor of the Super Market here, is set to open its doors on Wednesday. Local entrepreneur Kingkong Huang’s dream project faces a simple challenge: change the town’s habit of going to bed at 8pm.
“It’s about time that happened,” said a resident.
The resto-bar can accommodate 150 people at a time in three different sections: restaurant, family room and bar. The two family rooms have tables to accommodate 15 persons each and will also have sofas for kids to recline and doze off if they feel like.
For the young at heart looking to jive, there will be live music on weekends. For this, a wooden dais has been erected in the far corner of the restaurant. Those enjoying their sundowners in the bar will not miss the live act either, because care has been taken not to obstruct their view of the stage.
Hand-painted portraits of famous musicians have been put up around the resto-bar to create the right atmosphere. Above the dais, glitter balls will roll once the music starts.
“Apart from local bands, we will also invite musicians from outside to play here,” said Huang, the director of King Thai, looking nervous as the D-Day draws closer.
Also nervous are members of the band, Garden of Souls, who could be the first ones to perform at the joint this weekend.
The food on offer is a veritable gourmet’s delight. Diners can take a pick from Chinese, Continental, Thai and Indian fares. “I have hired a chef from Thailand to ensure authentic Thai cuisine for our customers. I don’t think any restaurant in the hills serves Thai food,” said Huang. Other chefs have come from Calcutta and Delhi.
There is good news for tipplers as well because, as Huang says, his bartender has eleven years’ experience of working in America.
“Everybody is scared of investing here since they are not sure of the profits. However, Kingkong believes that if we as residents of the town don’t invest, who else will?” said a confidant of the entrepreneur.
Huang said he decided to open King Thai on Wednesday, despite a few things left undone, because it is deemed an auspicious day by the Chinese. Many here will be hoping that the belief rings true.
King Thai, a swanky new resto-bar spread over 3,200 square feet on the second floor of the Super Market here, is set to open its doors on Wednesday. Local entrepreneur Kingkong Huang’s dream project faces a simple challenge: change the town’s habit of going to bed at 8pm.
“It’s about time that happened,” said a resident.
The resto-bar can accommodate 150 people at a time in three different sections: restaurant, family room and bar. The two family rooms have tables to accommodate 15 persons each and will also have sofas for kids to recline and doze off if they feel like.
For the young at heart looking to jive, there will be live music on weekends. For this, a wooden dais has been erected in the far corner of the restaurant. Those enjoying their sundowners in the bar will not miss the live act either, because care has been taken not to obstruct their view of the stage.
Hand-painted portraits of famous musicians have been put up around the resto-bar to create the right atmosphere. Above the dais, glitter balls will roll once the music starts.
“Apart from local bands, we will also invite musicians from outside to play here,” said Huang, the director of King Thai, looking nervous as the D-Day draws closer.
Also nervous are members of the band, Garden of Souls, who could be the first ones to perform at the joint this weekend.
The food on offer is a veritable gourmet’s delight. Diners can take a pick from Chinese, Continental, Thai and Indian fares. “I have hired a chef from Thailand to ensure authentic Thai cuisine for our customers. I don’t think any restaurant in the hills serves Thai food,” said Huang. Other chefs have come from Calcutta and Delhi.
There is good news for tipplers as well because, as Huang says, his bartender has eleven years’ experience of working in America.
“Everybody is scared of investing here since they are not sure of the profits. However, Kingkong believes that if we as residents of the town don’t invest, who else will?” said a confidant of the entrepreneur.
Huang said he decided to open King Thai on Wednesday, despite a few things left undone, because it is deemed an auspicious day by the Chinese. Many here will be hoping that the belief rings true.
