Anong Thai is hot to trot

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Anong Thai in Cookham has earned a loyal  following for its authentic flavours and fresh dishes, as well as cookery classes & meal kits 

Home is where the heart is… and at Anong Thai in Cookham High Street, you can taste it in every dish.Whether you’re planning a cosy dinner, a special night out or looking ahead to Thai New Year (Songkran) celebrations, Anong Thai delivers a vibrant, deeply authentic taste of Thailand right here on our doorstep.  

This family-run restaurant, festooned with joyful blossoms, is the kind of place you’re quietly thrilled to discover, and even happier to return to. The menu spans the breadth of Thai cuisine, from comforting classics to regional specialities, all cooked with care and confidence. From fragrant green, panang and yellow curries to classic Pad Thai and steaming bowls of Tom Yum soup, there’s something for every palate – but everything feels personal. 

That’s because for owner Kitty (pictured), food is about home, heritage and heart. Originally from southern Thailand, Kitty met Paul Robinson in 1998 while he was living and working there for two years. The pair fell in love, married in 1999 and are raising two children here in Bucks, as they step into adulthood. Paul, a barrister’s clerk, also helps with the running of the business. 

Kitty brings generations of cooking knowledge to the kitchen. “I started cooking when I was very young, alongside my mother,” she says. “Our aim with the restaurant is to serve the kind of food you eat at home in Thailand. Everything is made fresh – no MSG, no shortcuts! For example, our coconut pancake uses young fruit you don’t usually see here, and customers really love that, and are loyal to us.”  

When Anong Thai first opened, the story caught the attention of the Bucks Free Press, which highlighted how Kitty’s love of home cooking evolved into a much-loved local restaurant, with her sister Kang in the kitchen, a reminder that the most memorable places often begin around a family table.  

And it shows. The food is outstanding. The yellow curry is gently warming, rich and comforting, while the seafood spicy stir fry is vibrant, generous and packed with flavour – the kind of dish that lingers in your memory long after the last bite. Mixed starters burst with fresh herbs and spice, and everything tastes clean, balanced and thoughtfully prepared. 

Beyond the restaurant, Anong Thai offers takeaway and catering, as well as cookery classes in High Wycombe for those keen to learn authentic techniques. Their meal kits are another inspired touch – perfect for students, people living alone, or anyone wanting to avoid food waste and enjoy delicious food at home. 

Looking ahead to Thai New Year in mid-April, a celebration rooted in renewal, joy and togetherness, Anong Thai feels like the perfect place to gather with friends and family around food that feeds both body and soul. Our independent hospitality business teams such as Anong Thai’s work incredibly hard – long hours, fresh ingredients, real passion – and they deserve to be cherished.