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Local wisdom
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 23/12/2018
» Let's have a look at some regional food that is representative of different regions. Nasi dagang is a speciality in the three southernmost provinces of Pattani, Narathiwat and Yala. It consists of rice cooked in coconut milk, with salt, sugar, cumin, fenugreek, ginger and shallots. This type of rice is suitable for fish curry and chicken curry. In the past, it was typically reserved for important occasions, but now it's considered part of the regular cuisine.
What's cooking for breakfast?
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 08/01/2017
» Everyone knows that breakfast is an important meal, but when looked at closely, it is as loaded with cultural significance as it is with vitamins and nutrients to fuel the coming day. It can provide a wealth of detailed information on the local environment, on the historical era in which it is or was eaten, the kind of work done by and the social status of the family who prepare and eat it, and the prevailing awareness of the relationship between food and good health.
Sushi on a roll
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 04/09/2016
» Sushi, the Japanese rolled rice favourite, has made itself completely at home in Thailand. It has quickly acquired the status of a younger sibling of sukiyaki, which arrived here more than 50 years ago. Over half a century, sukiyaki has adapted to local preferences and become completely naturalised in Thailand, now having little in common with the original Japanese dish.
Unknown pleasures
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 30/06/2019
» Culture Minister Vira Rojpojchanarat said his ministry will seek to have tom yum goong (spicy prawn soup) listed by Unesco as part of the country's tangible cultural heritage. That the ministry is giving some attention to Thai food culture makes for a welcome, and somewhat surprising, change.
From farm to table
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 20/08/2017
» The popularity of Western cuisine is growing in Thailand, one of the most likely reasons behind this being the initiative taken by embassies and chambers of commerce to show off their specialities abroad. These organisations host food festivals where they invite famous chefs to introduce their countries' most celebrated dishes and food products to Thais.
The pros and cons of eating out
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 18/08/2019
» I am often asked which one is better and cheaper -- cooking at home or eating out. Some people are wondering why food shops and noodle shops sell the same dishes at different prices. In the meantime, many are figuring out the operating cost of restaurants to compare with the cost of home cooking.
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.