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Troubled waters
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 28/07/2019
» When it rains in Bangkok, it pours. And roads and sois quickly become flooded with foul-smelling, blackish water with oil shimmering on the surface. Many may wonder where such filthy water comes from.
Prices up, quality down
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 23/06/2019
» Of late, news reports state that vegetable prices are rising. This must be true. Three months ago I could buy some coriander and spring onion with 5 baht. But a few days ago, I had to pay 10 baht for a lesser amount of the same veggies. Not only are coriander and spring onion going up, but so are prices of other vegetables.
Chilli's complicated history
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 05/05/2019
» Thai food without chilli is not Thai food. Despite its significance in Thai cuisine, there are many questions that remain unanswered about chilli. How did chilli first arrive in Thailand? What kind of chilli was it? How many chilli species do we have now? Which one is most popular? Do Thai people consume the highest amount of chilli in the world? These are questions many people want to explore.
Only a prawn in the game
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 31/03/2019
» If you were thinking of treating yourself to some fine freshwater fare, then giant river prawn might well be high up on your wish list. Be prepared to get the wallet out, though, because if you've ever wondered what the most expensive freshwater creature in Thailand is, now you know the answer.
Thailand's traditions endure
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 10/03/2019
» In Thai culture, certain ceremonies are regarded as extremely important because they are carried out once in a lifetime. These ceremonies usually have set patterns to be carried on properly from one generation to the next.
Spice as religion
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 24/02/2019
» An old Thai national dish that will continue to excite palates long into the future is nam prik -- or spicy dip. Every region in Thailand has its nam prik with its own unique characteristics. It can be consumed daily and it's affordable. It's quite nutritious, too, despite some seasoning to spice up the flavours.
Weighing risks of herbicide
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 15/07/2018
» Many stories have been told about people, despairing of life, taking the herbicide paraquat as a way out.
A fruit for all seasons
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 27/05/2018
» The mango may seem at face value like any ordinary fruit. Despite being highly sought after by tourists in Thailand, the cheap, omnipresent fruit is a standard -- even monotonous -- fixture in most Thai homes.
Marvellous Markets
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 08/04/2018
» When it comes to travelling, everybody has his or her own specific purpose. Some might just want to stay trendy and go to popular places. Some travel to escape their hectic, fast-moving daily routine and probably to take a real break. Some travel just because they are curious about the unknown territory and maybe because they love challenges. Those who go on business trips usually don't have much time to explore.
What's not to miss in Prachuap Khiri Khan?
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 29/10/2017
» A local road trip usually comes with new ambience, nature trails, dwellings and buildings unique to that particular neighbourhood. But that's only superficial. If you really want to get the local experience, food is the answer. Local dishes perfectly represent a community's identity.