Thai food

  • Thailand video news

    Thai coconut milk desserts too delicious to miss

    Coconut milk is one of the most popular ingredients Thais love to use in their dishes, including in their dessert. The rich, sweet, nutty, and salty flavours of coconut milk make Thai desserts too delicious to miss. So, if you love the creamy taste and aromatic flavour of coconut milk, then you might want to try the following desserts! Sarim…

  • Best of

    8 Southern Thai food every visitor needs to taste

    Southern Thai food is usually much spicier than Northern Thai food. Expect the food to be rich, strong, aromatic, and flavorful because Malaysian and Indonesian spices have a significant influence on the cuisine. The dish is primarily sour and hot with little to no sweetness due to the heavy use of curry paste and spices. But don’t worry, those who…

  • Travel

    2022’s hottest new restaurants in Bangkok (so far)

    As we make our way through 2022, Bangkok is back in full swing and has already welcomed a number of outstanding new restaurants. From Mexican delicacies served atop Bangkok’s most popular skyscraper to out-of-the-ordinary northern Thai cuisine, there’s a lot to get excited about on the streets of Bangkok today. So if you’re looking for a new destination to add…

  • Thailand video news

    Thailand’s Most Expensive Donut | This is Thailand

    https://youtu.be/JWICsuwNrao   Trends for foods in Thailand come and go, from truffle to charcoal, and in 2022, donuts seem to be the latest craze. Join Natty, Sara and Jay for the ultimate donut taste test where they try the cheapest Thai street food donut and the most expensive donut from Karrat Official and see what their verdicts are. Listen to…

  • Thailand video news

    The ‘American’ fried rice you only find in Thailand | This is Thailand

    One particular Thai dish is getting its moment in the spotlight after the famous Chinese celebrity revealed his secret affection for it during an exclusive radio interview. We did a taste test with our colleagues at the Thaiger and we got some really honest reviews. Have you tried it? If so, was it a hit or miss, let us know!…

  • Food

    Roti Sai Mai, what is it and where to get it?

    Thanks to Blackpink’s Lalisa “Lisa” Manoban and her massive selling power, Roti Sai Mai is now trending globally. After the K-Pop superstar posted a video on her Instagram account showing her rolling up one of the snacks, fans raced out to buy it. Sellers outside the Ayutthaya Hospital even reported that customer numbers spiked overnight. But what is Roti Sai…

  • Travel Guides

    The best seafood restaurants in Koh Samui for 2022

    A trip to Koh Samui is never complete without sampling the fresh seafood. Thanks to the rich waters surrounding the island, it’s easy to find restaurants in Koh Samui that serve delectable seafood prepared to your liking! Whether you want to eat seafood on the white sandy beach or in a fine dining establishment, these are the best seafood restaurants…

  • Thailand video news

    Top 10 yummy central Thai dishes!! | This is Thailand

      So I’ve received requests to recommend Thai food from the central region. There are a variety of dishes in the central area of Thailand since the center is the main connecting area to other regions and it also hosts the capital city where the king and his royal family live. So, there is plenty of culture and history in…

  • Thailand video news

    7 popular Thai northern dishes you cant miss! | This is Thailand

      Here in Thailand, there are a variety of foods. Every region has its own unique dishes. There are 4 main cuisines in Thailand, which are the north, northeast, middle, and south. So today, I will show you seven popular northern dishes which you should try once in your lifetime!!   “Hors D’oeuvres Muang” It…

  • Thailand News

    Weekend Update | Nightlife Entertainment in BKK is Loud and Alive!

    Entertainment in Khao San seems to be booming and business is starting to pick up! So Jay went to Khao San himself to find out! The Department of health is cautioning people over Bullfrog shots and finally after the big re-opening of Maya Bay, its going to close again temporarily. All this and more on todays Weekend Update.

  • Thailand News

    Department of Health warns public that “Bullfrog Shots” might contain parasites

    “Bullfrog shots” have become a new popular item on the menu around Thailand after going viral on Thai social media. The “shot” is comprised of a cooked bullfrog, spicy sauce, and dried chillis for garnish (but doesn’t contain alcohol). After the dish gained popularity, the Department of Health issued a warning that bullfrog shots could contain parasites and that anyone…

  • Thailand video news

    Thai street food – The best noodles in Bangkok, Thailand!

      This place is called “Victory Monument”. a central place for public transportation such as the van, bus, or BTS sky train in Bangkok, which many Thai people come here to use public transportation to go to all areas in Thailand. Here is one of the places which have a history of “Kuey-Teow-Rei ” or “Boat noodles” where the noodle…

  • Thailand video news

    Thailand News Update | Prices for EVERYTHING set to rise in Thailand

    The days of cheap diesel in Thailand are over with the government scrapping its subsidy to maintain the 30 baht cap on diesel fuel. The governments says that without the subsidy the real diesel prices in Thailand would be around 40 baht a litre. The government is appealing for understanding over the decision as they scramble for an alternative solution…

  • Thailand video news

    Rise in prices & Promoting Thailand to the world | Good Morning Thailand

    The Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Commerce has responded to the policy to promote Thailand’s ‘soft power. Are prices going to soar in Thailand after the removal of the diesel cap. Police have come to the conclusion of the controversial death of Thai superstar Tangmo. All this and more on todays Good Morning Thailand.

  • Thailand News

    Thai street food seller comes up with Mango Pad Kra Pao to follow Mango Sticky Rice fever

    WARNING: This looks spicy!! To keep up with the current mango fever in Thailand, a food seller has offered a fusion dish, Mango Pad Kra Pao, and invited his customers to try it. The dish went viral on Thai social media, and many tried cooking it at home. The young Thai rapper, Danupa “Milli” Kanateerakul, created the mango fever in…

  • Thailand video news

    Mango sticky rice of death? | This is Thailand

    Mango sticky rice or Khao Niao Mamuang is a traditional Thai dessert and Did you know the word “Mango Sticky rice” was slang in Thai, meaning “to be murdered!!”?

  • Thailand News

    Spreading Thai Culture Overseas in an RV | Songkran Special

    The Cooking Nomads couple – Anne & Hassan are a Thai – American couple who live the RV life in the USA. They share their experiences and spread Thai culture everywhere they park their RV home. How difficult it was for Anne as a Thai person to adapt to the RV lifestyle? How do they manage a tiny space? and…

  • Thailand News

    Muay Thai gym opens som tum shop for income during the pandemic

    Headshot kick knock-out som tum. That’s what happens when Muay Thai boxers put away the gloves and get out a mortar and pestle to smash chillis for the spicy papaya salad. With fewer students participating in close-contact sports due to Covid fears, a Muay Thai boxing gym in the central province of Ratchaburi adapted by opening a weekend restaurant selling…

  • Travel

    Everything you need to know about Thai food

    If you’re travelling to Thailand or you live in Thailand, exploring Thai cuisine is something you shouldn’t miss. Thai food has a unique and interesting taste, making it one of the most popular cuisines around the globe. But what makes Thai cuisine so interesting and so well loved? What are the essential ingredients in Thai cuisine to create such a…

  • Phuket News

    Overpriced mangosteens in Phuket go viral on Tiktok – how much per kilo!?

    A Thai TikToker has shared a video of a street vendor in Phuket selling mangosteens at the rather steep price of 500 baht per kilogram, considered too expensive for Thai people (or anyone for that matter). The Tiktoker said she didn’t mean to offend the seller by claiming that the price was ridiculously high, but merely sought out other people’s…

  • Thailand video news

    Will Thailand add more restrictions today? | GMT

    The government is considering tightening anti-Covid measures on Valentine’s Day and the Songkran holiday period in response to a rapid increase in new infections. Officers used metal detectors to search the seaside by the Rawai beachfront villa where Sandhu was killed and found a semi-automatic Walther PPK and a CZ gun in the water. The collection of a tourism fee…

  • Pattaya News

    Nakula Walk and Eat Festival on every weekend this month in Pattaya

    The famous Nakula Walk and Eat Festival, which was postponed last month due to an uptick in Covid-19 cases in Chon Buri, is taking place in Pattaya, every Saturday and Sunday until February 27. It is also known as “the Taste of Pattaya Old Town” since visitors can experience the vintage lifestyle of early Pattaya residents while enjoying cultural performances…

  • Thailand News

    Thailand’s famous noodle dish, Pad Thai, included in Oxford online dictionary

    Thailand’s iconic noodle dish, Pad Thai, has made it into the Oxford online dictionary, according to a Thai PBS World report. The dictionary defines Pad Thai as, “a dish from Thailand made with a type of noodles made from rice, spices, egg, vegetables and sometimes meat or seafood.” Pad Thai, a stir-fried noodle dish which is usually made with chicken,…

  • Food

    Top 10 ways to avoid food poisoning in Thailand, and tips on how to recover

    NOTICE: The Thaiger are experienced travellers but we’re not doctors. This information is provided as a general guide if you are confronted with food poisoning. In all cases consider seeking medical attention and make sure you have adequate travel insurance. Travelling in foreign locations and trying out the local dishes will always risk a bout of the dreaded food poisoning…

  • Thailand video news

    Party in Thailand, Isaan the tourist hotspot, Plastic Pollution | Thaiger Bites | Ep.61

    Jay and Tim go through your video messages, comments and feedback from Youtube, Facebook, Instagram and Thaiger Talk forum on the website.

  • Thailand video news

    Special tourist Visas, New programs, Thai food MSG | Thaiger Bites | Ep55

    Jay and Tim go through your video messages, comments and feedback from Youtube, Facebook, Instagram and Thaiger Talk forum on the website as the figure out the meaning behind the quote “Nothing higher than the piano”.

  • Things To Do

    Learn how to eat like a local – Thai table manner

    Like all cultures in the world, Thailand has its own customs and rules when it comes to eating. Whether you’re invited to dinner in a Thai local’s house, eating with new Thai friends, attending a business lunch with Thais, or dining in a Thai restaurant, it’s a great idea to pay attention and follow basic table manner. You don’t have…

  • Guides

    Delicious Isan food you’ll love

    Isan, the northeastern region of Thailand, is possibly the most underrated region in the country in terms of tourism. However, its delicious cuisine dominates the Thai culinary scene. You can find most of the region’s dishes across the country, whether in restaurants or street food stalls. Bordering with Laos, Isan food has strong Laotian influences. The dishes consist of many…

  • Things To Do

    Local resturants you can’t miss when travelling to Ayutthaya

    Thailand’s former capital, Ayutthaya, is home to several magnificent temples and has a diverse cultural and culinary heritage. As many travellers are unsure what to eat in Ayutthaya, this article will assist you in locating Ayutthaya’s regional specialities, ensuring that you not only have a memorable cultural experience, but also a memorable food experience in this magnificent city. Below we…

  • Food

    “Thai Taste Therapy” launched to promote Thai cuisine worldwide

    In an attempt to diversify the promotion of Thailand around the world, the Department of Cultural Promotion created a project called “Thai Taste Therapy” that will focus on traditional Thai food. The project intends to emphasize how delicious Thai cuisine has many health benefits and aims to broaden Thailand’s exposure around the world. The project has united 50 well-known Thai…