Pat in Atlanta wrote:

> A Thai restaurant had opened nearby. Neither of us are familiar with this
> food and would appreciate any suggestions of something we might order that
> won't be too strange for a couple of newcomers.
>
>

Chicken satay is a nice appetizer that it not very hot, usually.

Pad Thai (which I like best with shrimp) is usually not too spicy as
served, and you can add more red pepper if you want it.

Actually, now that I think of it, just ask the staff -they will probaly
take account of your spice preferences anyway. Just experiment. Thai
food is extremely popular now, with a huge number of new thai
restaurants opening all the time across the country. I doubt that you
could order anything that you really would not like.

I used to know all the Thai places around here (fairfax, va), but I can
no longer keep up.

Have fun,

ian