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How much durian is too much durian? According to CP Axtra, the only limit is time. Touring the king of fruits across Thailand, ‘Let’s Dorian’ dares you to test exactly how much of this divisive fruit you can actually handle at two, one-day pop-up locations in Chiang Mai.
Love it or hate it, there’s no escaping the inevitable. Next weekend it’s all kicking off at Makro Chiang Mai and Lotus’s Kham Tiang, with the unmistakable smell that announces itself immediately, promising sweet rewards for those who enjoy the creamy, soft and nutty flavours that keeps people eternally divided.
From farm to table, the experience connects you directly with growers and serves up unlimited durian at peak freshness. Not every piece is equal, but here you get it cracked, peeled and served right in front of you – it doesn’t get fresher than this. And at just B599 for one hour of unlimited durian, you’ll get more than your fair share if you act fast.
For those of you who can’t stand durian (it’s ok, we know the pain) then you’ll want to steer clear of both locations next weekend, specifically April 30 to May 4 at Makro Chiang Mai and May 1-3 at Lotus’s Kham Tiang.
To keep things fair, the one hour sessions are organised per hour, so get there early to secure a spot. Times include 11am-12pm, 1pm-2pm, 2.30pm-3.30pm and 4pm-5pm.
Whichever attitude you have with the aroma, you can’t deny durian is a big deal in Thailand – the country ranking among the world’s leading exporters, after all. Today, it’s been reimagined in every form imaginable – durian ice cream, chips, sticky rice and more – and this buffet is just another way to support local farmers and Thailand’s premium harvest.
April 30-May 4. B599 for one hour of unlimited durian. Makro Chiang Mai and Lotus’s Kham Tiang. A total of four sessions at 11am-12pm, 1pm-2pm, 2.30pm-3.30pm and 4pm-5pm