How taste determines the fate of humans and animals
A critical look at my own eating habits leads to a light-hearted, perhaps slightly confusing contemplation of tastes and preferences. Between brothers with fixed rituals and a Thai kitchen full of surprises, I slowly come to the conclusion: am I really an easy eater, or not?
Thailand blog tip: Visit a Thai market (video)
One of the things you should definitely do when visiting Thailand is visiting a local market. Preferably not a tourist market, but one where you only see Thai and the occasional stray Westerner.
How do you give alms to a Thai monk?
It is always a special sight, Thai monks who color the streets in the early morning. They leave the temple in search of food and depend on what they receive from the population.
Then just get fed up with the Isan
In November 2009, my unforgettable journey began deep in the Isan region of Thailand, where, newly married to Lek, I was confronted with local traditions, an unexpected funeral ceremony and an overwhelming celebration. These experiences, rich in culture and personal challenges, gave me a deep insight into a world where hospitality and social status go hand in hand.
10 products and services that are really cheap in Thailand
Thailand is a true treasure for foreigners looking for an affordable lifestyle. It is not only the exotic culture that attracts people, but also the surprisingly low cost of everyday things. From street food to cross-country travel, discover why Thailand is so attractive to those looking to make their money more valuable.
Chinatown at night
If you are staying in Bangkok for a few days, a visit to Chinatown is a must. In fact, you should spend at least half a day and the evening there to see, smell and taste the two different worlds of this large Chinese enclave within Bangkok.
It is a pleasure to get lost in the fascinating world of Thai culinary culture. The street cuisine and many stylish eateries offer an astonishing variety of flavors and aromas. However, behind this seemingly thriving industry lies a sad reality. Many new restaurants close within a year of opening due to insufficient sales, while others struggle with operational costs and fierce competition. Let's take a look at this exciting, yet challenging industry.
The pandemic is over, according to the WHO. But for many Thai people, such as the inhabitants of the slums of Khlong Toey in Bangkok, the consequences are huge, says Friso Poldervaart of the Bangkok Community Help Foundation, which once started with food distribution.
Culinary memories of a Burgundian diner - From Michelin stars to street food (Bangkok)
Bangkok, the City of Angels, is culinary heavenly as one of the most diversified cities on the planet. You will find literally anything and everything that the heart of a true food lover could desire, from dazzling Michelin stars to super simple but oh so tasty street food.
To know is to eat
What is a Thai without food and drink? A Thai's mood drops with his blood sugar. That may be one of the reasons we can fill our stomachs just about anywhere in this country.
You can buy the best Kuay jap nam sai in Chinatown
Thais love it: Kuay jap nam sai, or soup with pepper and pork. You will often find this delicacy at the street stalls in Bangkok or elsewhere. According to experts, Chinatown has the best Kuay jap nam sai.
A simple curry dish
I still remember my first trip to Thailand thirty years ago as if it were yesterday. With the night train from Bangkok to Chiangmai where you arrived in the early morning. The computer age was still in its infancy and concepts such as email were still unknown, not to mention hotel booking sites.
Tableware in Thailand
As a little boy I ate from a deep plate, blue with lots of white dots, my brother had a gray deep plate, probably from the then soup kitchen. The rest of the family also had their own deep plate. So it was impossible that I would ever - at the risk of a violent argument - eat my hot food from my brother's plate.
Food (and crafts beer) in your mother tongue
No matter how attached you are to Thailand and Thai food, sometimes you just want to be able to order your food in your native language, so that you can be sure that you will get what you asked for.
On the way to the supermarket (in Pattaya and by moped taxi) I see a long queue of people for food distribution at two or three places, a well-known phenomenon for several weeks. And at every row I see half a dozen white foreigners, neatly with shopping bags in their arms.
Winter in Isan: Christmas
Whatever one may claim, Christmas is not really a celebration held in Thailand. The commerce around it is of course there, but in the deep interior, in the villages and smaller towns, there is hardly anything to notice.
Hua Hin city officials will meet with beach restaurant operators next Wednesday to persuade them to lower the outrageous prices for food and beach chair rentals.
A day out of thousands in Thailand
Another day like that you know them, one like a thousand others. Or not? It's 5:00 in the morning. I open my eyes for the first time, look at the clock and see what time it is.
Lung addie always goes to Hua Hin a few times a year. Hua Hin is located 270 km north of Lung Addie's hometown and is very easy for him to reach, both by motorcycle and by car.
Day market in Thailand (video)
If you want to taste some of the authentic atmosphere in Thailand, be sure to visit a market. Almost every day there is a fresh market somewhere in the city or village. It's nice to walk around there and feast your eyes.
Lex in Pattaya – 2018 (final)
The second-to-last day again. A week like that goes pretty fast, but I don't regret that I didn't book longer. You will realize that everything you do can be the last time this holiday, so the day program is carefully put together. In the meantime I am of the opinion that no breakfast surpasses Casa Pascal, so I went there again around noon for breakfast or lunch. If one of the readers who has had breakfast here knows a better breakfast buffet in Pattaya than Casa Pascal, I would like to hear about it.
Lex in Pattaya – 2018 (1)
This year I will be landing in Pattaya for the 4th time. I have been to Thailand more than 10 times, but now for the 4th time alone in Pattaya for a week. Not completely alone, because fortunately I know enough people here to fill the week.