OLD CHIANG MAI CULTURAL CENTRE

Khan Toke Dinner, dine on authentic Northern Thai food, sample local delicacies and enjoy the atmosphere of Lanna Khantoke. Here you will be entertained by a cultural show celebrating dancing styles from every part of the country including a Candle Dance, Drum Dance, Sword Dance and Hill Tribe Dance.

The food consists of variety of dishes including fried chicken, chili paste (for dipping), Burmese curry, vegetables, and fried bananas. Steamed rice and sticky rice is also served and there is a fruit platter at the end of your meal. The entrance ticket includes the dance show and food but drinks are charged separately (alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available). The food isn't spicy and the evening is suitable for children as well as adults.

The music dance show takes place in two parts. The first part is a display of various traditional Thai dances such as the Fingernail Dance which is performed as guests sit and enjoy their meal. The final dance of the first half is the Circle Dance in which some of the dancers will invite members of the audience to take part and this often causes some amusement.

The second half of the show takes place in another auditorium where various hilltirbe dances and customs are showcased. The participants here are all genuine hilltribe people and they come from various groups such as the Lahu, Akha and Hmong.

If you are interested in visiting Khan Toke Dinner Show, your hotel or guest-house can probably book it for you. In Chiang Mai, any tour company can book your place here and the price normally include transport to the venue.

Alternatively, you can always book directly with the Cultural Centre. The dinner show started at night from 07.00 pm to 09.30 pm. Prices are vary depending on who you book with, but expect to pay in the region of THB500 to THB600 per person.