Easter Weekend in London: Swap the Roast for Something Thai

Easter weekend gives you a rare run of four days with nothing fixed in the diary. The roast has its place, but by the second helping of leftovers most of us are ready for something brighter. A Thai meal is exactly that, all lemongrass, lime and gentle heat after a weekend of heavy plates.

Why Thai food works over a long weekend

Thai cooking is built for sharing, which suits a table of family and friends who have time on their hands. Order a spread, pass the plates around, and let the meal stretch out. A fragrant green curry and a plate of pad thai feel like a treat without the effort of cooking for a crowd at home.

Where to eat over Easter

With restaurants from Covent Garden to Windsor, there is a Thai Square near wherever the bank holiday takes you. The central sites are handy if you are in town for the galleries or a show, while Windsor and St Albans make an easy stop on a day out.

Plan ahead

Long weekends fill up, so it pays to plan. Have a look at the menu, decide who is coming, and book your table early. Easter only comes round once a year, and it is a good excuse to do something a little different.