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A family's pride
Life, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 21/04/2019
» In the old days, when it came to food-related social structure in rural areas, cooking was the responsibility of housewives who inherited their cooking skills and know-how from their mothers.
Sweet success
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 03/02/2019
» This week's Cornucopia takes you to an annual food and dessert festival that has been held for almost 30 years. It's a not-to-be-missed event for those who are familiar with it because foods and desserts that are rare these days will be available at incredibly cheap prices. It's an event that brings together volunteers that are sometimes more talented than professionals. Proceeds from the event go to charity. It's not a state affair for tourism purposes. Neither is it a promotional happening to make a shopping mall famous. And it takes place at a temple.
Sister act
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 27/01/2019
» Thai people just can't stay away from khao gaeng, or rice-and-side-dish shops. It's like a relative they have to see everyday. Most Thai people eat rice with side dishes for at least one meal a day. This is why these shops are everywhere. A shop in a good location, close to the office and transportation hubs and that offers lots of options can quickly gain in popularity.
The robe offering
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 02/12/2018
» A combined festival of merit-making and dining takes place once a year. It's a festival most Buddhists wouldn't miss, the kathina ceremony.
The sweet sounds of Thailand
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 28/10/2018
» A dramatic story of loud bell ringing at a temple in Bangkok's Bang Kholaem district reported earlier this month is a reminder that man-made noises are closely associated with Thai culture. Noises are made for a reason regardless of form. Noises surround Thai people despite changes in society and the environment.
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.
Where food meets faith
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 11/03/2018
» In the past, food and religion were seen as inseparable parts of daily life by Thais. There are several reasons behind this thinking -- some that one may say represents the Thai spirit.
A Noodle's Tale
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 18/02/2018
» Noodle trends in Thailand come in waves; movements initiated by both sellers and customers. But the popularity of noodles won't go away any time soon. It's like reading a never-ending novel.
Like the good old days
Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 11/02/2018
» In the past, it was an everyday practice to prepare food for your guests. The Thai people’s way of life was still very much tied to the fields. They travelled by boats.
All good in your neighbourhood
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 04/02/2018
» Foods served at some particular restaurants may look nothing special. But once you've tasted them, you know you have to come back. Most such restaurants have never changed the way they cook. Their prices are highly affordable. And you can't beat the way they treat their customers. We sure love their down-to-earth and friendly manner.