Food
Discover the best restaurants in Thailand offering the best food with our detailed culinary guide that covers regions like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, and Koh Samui. Enjoy a variety of cheap eats, luxurious dining experiences, and breathtaking rooftop restaurants that showcase the rich flavours and cooking traditions unique to Thai cuisine. Our expert recommendations ensure your taste buds embark on a sensational journey, sampling diverse dishes from Thailand’s finest kitchens.
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MiVana launches SHOT DRINK made from organic coffee cherry
MiVana Company Limited, part of the Premier Group, has launched MiVana SHOT DRINK, a ready-to-drink wellness beverage made from organic coffee cherry pulp sourced from Chiang Rai’s watershed forests. The launch marks MiVana’s expansion beyond organic coffee into the wellness market, with a sales target of 100 million baht in the first 12 months. The new product builds on MiVana’s…
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Why does Thai fruit come with chilli, salt and sugar?
If you grew up eating fruit plain, Thailand’s fruit carts can be a little confusing at first. You order green mango, guava, pineapple or rose apple, and instead of simply getting a bag of fruit, you are handed a small packet of seasoning. Inside might be chilli salt, sugar, dried chilli or a sweet and savoury dipping sauce. For many…
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Wagyu burger in Phuket is best enjoyed at sunset at 7th Floor Restaurant
There is something special about biting into a juicy Wagyu burger in Phuket as the sun sets over Bangtao, and this October, 7th Floor Restaurant at Sole Mio Boutique Hotel & Wellness is inviting diners up to its rooftop to do just that. From October 5 to 31, the restaurant’s Wagyu Smash Cheeseburger is available at a special price of…
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The Tuna Truth documentary trailer released after first Asian screening in Bangkok
The trailer for The Tuna Truth documentary, a new ocean sustainability film directed by Sara Pipernos of Sunline Films and commissioned by the International Pole & Line Foundation, or IPNLF, has been released following the documentary’s first screening in Asia. The private screening was held at Blue Elephant Bangkok Sukhumvit to coincide with TUNA 2026, the major international tuna industry…
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Siam Yacht Club launches a new à la carte menu that tells Bangkok’s river story through food
The Chao Phraya has always been Bangkok’s most storied stretch of water. For centuries it was the artery through which goods, traders and cultures moved in and out of the city, shaping the neighbourhoods along its banks and the food that came from them. Siam Yacht Club, the riverside restaurant and bar at Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel Bangkok, has…
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Courtyard Marriott Patong invites guests to dine and unwind by the beach
Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort is inviting guests to discover nine ways to dine and unwind, with restaurants, bars and poolside venues located just steps from Patong Beach. From the first coffee of the morning to cocktails under the stars, the resort’s dining collection is designed to match different moods, travel styles and moments throughout the day. Guests…
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Happitat Bang Na review: what restaurants are there, a full food walk through 100+ venues, and how to get there
Happitat Bang Na is open. The new food destination on Bang Na Trat Road at kilometre 7 in Samut Prakan brings together more than 100 restaurants and cafes covering over 3,000 menu items, from celebrated chef-led restaurants and Thai food to Japanese, Korean, cafes and gelato. The complex is divided into three zones: Bloominas, Wonderwild and Festie Town, covering everything…
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Blue Bottle Coffee Thailand debuts at Central Park with Kyoto-style tap bar
Blue Bottle Coffee has opened its first store in Thailand at Central Park, marking the international coffee brand’s official entry into the Thai market. The store opened on August 21, 2026, on Level 1 of Central Park and operates daily from 10am to 10pm. The opening makes Thailand the seventh country globally where Blue Bottle Coffee has established a presence,…
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Why is Thai food so spicy when Thailand is already so hot?
It is a reasonable question. Thailand sits in one of the hottest, most humid regions in the world, and its food is built around chilli in a way that makes most Western cuisines look timid. The obvious follow-up is whether eating spicy food in that heat makes any sense at all, or whether it is just something people do because…
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Where fine wine meets the front row: Polvanera and Speakerbox launch ‘The Night of 14’
In the heart of Bangkok’s bustling music circuit, a new rhythm is taking shape. While beer has long been the default companion for a night of live performances, a new collaboration is challenging that tradition. Polvanera, the renowned organic winery from Puglia, Italy, has announced a long-term partnership with Speakerbox, starting with a special event on July 10. The initiative…
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KHAO-SŌ-i opens new premium khao soi branch at ICONSIAM
KHAO-SŌ-i, the fresh khao soi noodle bar that started in Chiang Mai, has opened its newest branch at ICONSIAM in Bangkok. The new KHAO-SŌ-i ICONSIAM location marks another step in the brand’s plan to bring one of Northern Thailand’s most recognised dishes to a wider audience. Known through word-of-mouth recommendations from diners, food lovers, celebrities, and influencers, KHAO-SŌ-i has grown…
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The World in One Bite 2026, everything to know about Bangkok’s biggest food festival this July
Bangkok’s biggest food festival of the year is already underway. The World in One Bite 2026: EAT WITH SMILE is running now through July 12, 2026, spread across Central Embassy and Central Chidlom in the heart of the city. Organised by Central Retail in partnership with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and Central The One credit cards, the festival brings…
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IPPUDO teams up with Bangkok street artist Benzilla for limited-edition ramen collection
IPPUDO Thailand has announced IPPUDO × BENZILLA, a limited-edition collaboration with Bangkok street artist Benzilla, bringing together Hakata ramen culture and Bangkok street art. The collection launches on July 7, 2026, and will be available until September 30, 2026, at seven selected IPPUDO restaurants across Bangkok. The collaboration is presented under the concept “Born in Hakata. Drawn in Bangkok. Where…
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Where does Thai food come from? A real taste of the history behind the cuisine
Thai food has grown to be one of the most popular global cuisines. Deep-fried noodles, fluffy pancakes and spicy sauces have become quintessentially Thai. However, the foundations of Thai cuisine are much more complex than the dishes recognised around the world today. Its identity has been shaped by agriculture, migration, trade and cultural exchange. Thai food’s foundations are humble compared…
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The authentic pad thai recipe: how it’s actually made in Thailand
In the West, finding a good pad thai is harder than explaining ChatGPT to your parents. Sometimes, it’s red, ketchup is cheaper than tamarind. Sometimes, the noodles look suspiciously similar to the fettuccine ones at the Italian joint next door. You never know what you’re gonna get, and the botched dish leaves you wondering if the chef has ever thought…
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Most popular food in Thailand — What dishes do Thais eat daily
Some of the most popular foods in Thailand are still surprisingly unknown to tourists.. Most simply find one English-menu spot that has better Pad Thai than the ‘authentic’ Thai restaurant in their home cities. But they fail to uncover the other dishes that the “Thai Tanium” or “Thai Tanic” at home could never replicate. For those willing to step out of…
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Rossini’s introduces the aperitivo escape an intimate Italian wine journey through 10 iconic classics
At a time when aperitivo culture has grown familiar across Bangkok’s dining scene, Rossini’s invites guests to rediscover its original spirit, unhurried, intentional, and rooted in the authenticity that has defined one of the city’s most celebrated Italian restaurants for three decades. Launching Friday, 19 June, and held every third Friday through November, Rossini’s Aperitivo Escape is a seated, immersive…
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OKJ launches Grill & Ground at The Paseo Park Kanchanaphisek with 259-baht salad bar and steaks from 299 baht
Pluk Phak Praw Rak Mae Public Company Limited (OKJ) has launched a new dining brand, Grill & Ground, opening its first Thailand location on June 2, 2026, at The Paseo Park Kanchanaphisek in Bangkok. The company is positioning Grill & Ground as a new steak and salad bar concept built around the line “Unlimited Freshness, Your Way,” with a focus…
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Malaysia bans Thai shrimp over seabass dispute, 4 billion baht at risk
Malaysia’s ban on Thai shrimp imports took effect on June 1, targeting five species and putting more than 4 billion baht in annual export revenue at immediate risk. The measure is a direct response to Thailand’s own import restrictions on Malaysian seabass, and it has already disrupted trade on both sides of the border. What Malaysia has banned and why…
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Betagro THAIFEX 2026 spotlights ‘Serving Better Food to the World’ and global growth plans
Betagro Public Company Limited (BTG) showcased its food portfolio and supply chain capabilities at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 under the theme Serving Better Food to the World, positioning the business as a Food Solutions Provider with end-to-end Whole Supply Chain Management covering product development, manufacturing, quality assurance, distribution, and market expansion. At the show, Betagro highlighted new products aimed…
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Blue Elephant showcase features new curry powders and Tom Yum seasoning at THAIFEX 2026
Blue Elephant Group showcased its latest product range at THAIFEX–Anuga Asia 2026 in Bangkok under the theme From Thai Culinary Heritage to Global Gourmet Products, with a focus on formats designed to make authentic Thai flavours easier to cook at home. Master Chef Nooror Somany Steppe, founder and executive chef, led the brand direction, building on more than 45 years…
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Gambero Rosso returns to Bangkok with its top Italian Wines Roadshow in 2026
Following a successful 2025 edition, Gambero Rosso is returning to Thailand with a stop on its Top Italian Wines Roadshow. This event showcases Italian wines, presented to F&B professionals and wine specialists. The 2026 Roadshow has involved thousands of buyers and industry experts across 8 emerging markets, from Mexico to Australia, and the US to Nigeria. Bangkok is the final…
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Fujiseiki showcases TSDH shari ball machine at THAIFEX-HOREC ASIA 2026
Japanese food-production equipment manufacturer Fujiseiki Co., Ltd. said it is advancing automation-focused production systems as demand grows for efficient operations that maintain consistent quality, hygiene and safety standards in food manufacturing. Published by Global Kigyo, the report said Fujiseiki has built an international reputation for developing machines that produce artisan Japanese foods such as sushi and onigiri to match the…
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IPPUDO Emporium reopens with Zuzutto Bar and new Hakata-inspired signature dishes
IPPUDO Thailand has announced the reopening of its Emporium location at The Emporium Shopping Centre, describing it as the brand’s most significant store relaunch in Thailand to date. The company said the new IPPUDO Emporium reflects its updated concept, focused on Hakata heritage, meticulous ramen craft and the Japanese hospitality principle of omotenashi, under the long-held philosophy: “Keep Changing to…
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Why Thai travellers keep queuing for Singapore’s Hainanese chicken rice
Chicken rice is sold on almost every street corner in Thailand for under 70 baht. You can find it from morning until midnight. So why is it that every time Thai people travel to Singapore, chicken rice ends up on the first list of must-eat dishes, to the point where some say you have not really reached the Merlion land…
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Export-ready canned vegetable manufacturer from Thailand
As global food supply chains continue to evolve, demand for ready-to-eat and long-shelf-life food products has surged across retail, foodservice, and industrial manufacturing sectors. From quick-service restaurants to supermarket private labels, businesses are increasingly seeking reliable sources of ready-to-use vegetables for foodservice and packaged meal production. Amid this shift, Thailand has strengthened its position as a leading export hub for…
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Massilia Bangkok makes history as the best pizzeria in Thailand for 5th time, undefeated since 2021
Massilia Bangkok has been named Best Pizzeria in Thailand 2026 by the 50 Top Pizza Asia Pacific Awards, marking the restaurant’s fifth national title and fourth consecutive win since 2021. The restaurant was also ranked the 6th Best Pizzeria in Asia 2026. National titles (Thailand) 2021: Best Pizzeria in Thailand 2023: Best Pizzeria in Thailand 2024: Best Pizzeria in Thailand…
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Bangkok beats out hundreds of cities to land in the world’s top 5 for food
Bangkok has just been named one of the best food cities in the world, and honestly, if you’ve eaten here, you already know that. A new study by UK-based long-haul travel specialists Travelbag ranked Bangkok fifth on their list of the world’s top foodie destinations for 2026. The ranking looked at four key factors across 36 cities globally: the number…
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The 5 best iftars in Bangkok for Ramadan 2026
Ramadan in Bangkok is many things. It’s reflective, communal, and, let’s be honest, very well fed. As the sun dips below the skyline, the city’s kitchens switch into Iftar mode, serving up everything from comforting mezze spreads to full-on international buffets. Whether you’re gathering the whole family, planning a quiet meal with close friends, or just want someone else to…
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Where to find the best matcha in Bangkok
The matcha craze did not disappear with last year’s trends. It’s still very much part of Bangkok’s coffee and tea scene, with new spots popping up and old favourites levelling up their game. Ceremonial grade, culinary grade, single origin, umami notes, it can all feel a bit much when you just want a really good cup. To make things easier,…
