'Phad ma kheua yao ma ra gai sap'âthis Thai dish may be difficult to pronounce but very easy to prepare.
The verdict is out and newspapers worldwide have carried the headline: Nahm, a traditional Thai restaurant in Bangkok serving historical and heritage recipes, is Asiaâs Best Restaurant for 2014.
I took us a ride on the SkyTrain, then a hop on the ferry on the Chao Phraya river of Bangkok, to get to our destination. It was necessary, we were told, because of the protest marches on the main roads and was faster than a van negotiating to get to the market that we were to explore.
Songkran (Thai New Year) is just around the corner. One of the biggest holidays in Thailand is from April 13-15. During this time, according to Chareon Hiruntrakul, we âblessâ people with water and smudge them with powder (but mostly in the spirit of fun).
Riding the Bangkok Skytrain, I had seen it on many occasions: a lovely structure with delicately decorated awnings, obviously from a different age. I would eventually find out that it housed a well-known institutionâthe Blue Elephant Cooking School.
One need not go as far as Thailand to experience the rich cuisine this exotic destination has to offer. Instead, make your way to this gem of a restaurant in the heart of Morato in Quezon City. This glass house glows invitingly, perfect for those wanting to enjoy a relaxed, even romantic, meal in a beautiful setting.
The stir-fried rice noodles were slightly sweet, and its meat was moist. Calamansi became an acidic counterpoint while the bean sprouts gave crunch and a clean taste.
I really admoire the Thais for their dedication in promoting tourism to their country. Lately, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has been whipping up an activity almost every month to promote various aspects of Thai trade and tourism.
Thai Food is probably the most recognizable Southeast Asian cuisine in the whole world. People all over have developed a gastronomic passion for âPad Thai,â âTom Yum Goongâ and Coconut Sticky Rice with Sweet Mango.
Iâve always been a lover of Thai food, and there are times moi just canât seem to get enough of...
