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Anantara opts for locally grown
News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 16/07/2016
» Buying local is quickly becoming a trend in Thailand. The concept, which is based on the distance food travels from farm to consumers encouraging people to consume more locally-grown produce, is not only good for our taste buds but also for the environment.
Preserving the food of kings
News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 20/12/2014
» Today, many restaurants within Thailand and outside the country claim they serve authentic Thai cuisine which continues to grow in popularity around the world.
A vegetarian tale
News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 18/10/2014
» Vegetarian meals bring a full dose of spiritual cleansing but debate still rages over the long-term health benefits of going vegan.
Hot-season sustenance
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 15/04/2014
» For many people, staying cool in the hot season means taking refuge in air-conditioned rooms or, if they have the means and the leisure, wallowing in jacuzzi pools equipped with massage jets. But when the mercury keeps going up week after week, there’s really no escaping the heat, so eating the types of food that are most suitable for this time of year can keep you feeling refreshed as well as reduce the risk of dehydration.
Introduce yourself to a real lady
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 18/03/2014
» It has a similar but smaller shape to a sweet green pepper. Inside, it also has tiny, round, white seeds. When sampling this small, long, dark green pod vegetable, it’s tender and slightly sweet. Although lady’s finger, or okra, is a familiar sight in kitchens around the globe, it may be new to novice cooks. And with its texture and appearance, people sometimes feel reluctant to use it.
Plant foods for a healthier future
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 18/02/2014
» There has been a change for the worse in this country in the lifestyle and dietary patterns of the majority of the population. Adherence to unhealthy eating habits — characterised by excessive consumption of diets high in fat and calories, processed foods and sweets but a lower intake of fruit and vegetables — is a factor that has made many people more susceptible to chronic diseases.
Braving the elements
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 19/11/2013
» The drop in temperature especially towards the end of the year brings with it not just the cool morning breeze but also the sound of people sneezing. From the beginning of November in particular, the unfamiliar weather makes people more susceptible to illnesses.
Making a (delicious) difference
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 03/09/2013
» Confronting the distressing sight of children in need, some people salve their consciences by making a donation. But freelance graphic designer Chairit Imjaroen wanted to do more, to volunteer his time and energy. And he found a rather novel way to add value to his efforts.
Does mouthwash work?
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 06/08/2013
» A brief gargle with mouthwash gives one fresh, minty-fragrant breath and a clean mouth and helps create a very favourable impression on others, while foul breath causes a bad first impression and makes intimacy unpleasant. This is a message proclaimed by the flood of mouthwash advertisements in the media, and particularly on TV, in recent years.
Root of all goodness
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 11/06/2013
» At first sight, it's tubular in shape and similar to a small potato. A closer look reveals the knobby skin of ginger or galangal root. When having a bite, there is a light, sweet flavour to it. On chewing it is slightly crunchy, reminiscent of water chestnuts and yam beans (mun kaew). When cooked it can be not only tasty but healthy as well.