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It takes a village
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 27/11/2016
» His Majesty the King's philosophy of the sufficiency economy, which he always promoted among Thai people, depends on diligent work and the avoidance of greed and cheating or dishonesty. The rewards of this approach to life include a comfortable life and -- importantly -- the avoidance of debt.
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Northern soul
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 01/03/2015
» Thai cookbooks have evolved over the years. The first one that we know about, published in 1908, was written by Thanphuying Plien Phaasakonwong, and was called Mae Khrua Hua Paa (archaic Thai for “The Cook”). Besides being a skilled cook, Thanphuying Plien was an avid collector of recipes from various sources. In her book she gave measurements, a practice that was considered modern because cooks had previously relied on personal expertise in deciding how much of a given ingredient was to be used, rather than systemised measurements.
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Local dishes make a big impression
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 21/09/2014
» Sometimes instinct springs into action at mealtimes. One quick example is the way a button is pushed to make us automatically start scanning for seafood when driving through Hua Hin, Chon Buri or Rayong. When we see the forests and mountains in Kanchanaburi or Uthai Thani we’re on the lookout for ahan pa (dishes made from wild game), Pak Chong and Khao Yai mean steak, Kang Krachan in Phetchaburi elicits a hankering for grilled fish encrusted with salt, and a visit to Ayutthaya calls for pla nuea awn deep-fried with pepper and garlic or river prawns.
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At rice rainbow's end
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 20/04/2014
» We have no way of knowing what new strains of rice will appear in the future, whether the grains will be long or short, soft or hard, or how their fragrance might differ from that of the types we have now. This is because, as it has come down to us from the past, rice has changed constantly. As the natural environment, the weather, water sources, and the character of the soil have changed over time, rice, too, has changed naturally.
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Making merit in bangkok
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 03/11/2013
» Every year the northern Thai community in Thailand gather at Wat Benchamabophit to celebrate a festival called Tan Kuay Salak. Although this year's event has already past _ it took place early in October _ it will be held again next year on the same day. It has been a tradition in Bangkok for almost 50 years and the schedule is well established.
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The rhizome that just keeps giving
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 22/09/2013
» Ginger has many beneficial qualities. Research into its chemical properties has shown that its juice can help reduce migraine symptoms, remove cholesterol from the intestines and decrease the craving addicts feel for drugs.
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Hilltribe market a weekly jewel
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 20/10/2013
» Anyone who has spent time roaming around Thailand's local markets will agree that they can provide a clear idea of the surrounding area's character. There are many different kinds of markets. Some convene in the morning, others in the evening. Some are convenient for Bangkok residents and others require some travelling to reach.
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All the fun of the fair?
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 28/07/2013
» The Otop fairs are among the big events that take place at the end of each year. All kinds of goods are sold _ clothing, handicrafts, foods and other things made locally _ with so many products on display from so many provinces, duplicating and competing with each other in such profusion in terms of quality and price, that visitors can be forgiven for not knowing what to make of it all.
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Let's stop for a bite: Uncovering culinary treasures upcountry
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 12/08/2012
» If you enjoy visiting a particular province to enjoy the local food, you'll probably have a favourite restaurant there. And when you get a craving for certain local dishes you probably return to that restaurant because what you want can't be found in Bangkok, or if it can be, it isn't nearly as good.
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Wait to exhale, But garlic is great
B Magazine, Suthon Sukphisit, Published on 06/05/2012
» It is always surprising to hear people say that they don't eat garlic because it seems so ubiquitous that keeping clear of it presents a challenge. Garlic is included in all kinds of dishes in almost every country worldwide. It has been used for thousands of years, and although the plant originated in Asia it has long since spread throughout the West. Even bread, that symbol of Western cuisine among rice-eating Asians, is sometimes flavoured with it.
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