Tom Kha Kai (Chicken in Coconut Soup)
Posted by admin on Oct 18, 2010 | 1 Comment
This is a mild but spicy chicken soup (it can also be made with shrimp, pork, beef or mushrooms), flavored with the very unique flavor of galangal (”kha” in Thai) which creates a heavenly taste when combined with hot chile peppers, coconut milk, lime leaves and lemongrass. See our new Tom Kha Salmon recipe made by the Prime Minister of Thailand.
Tom Kha Kai (Chicken in Coconut Soup)
Ingredients
16 fluid...
Magic moments in Khmer heritage
Posted by admin on Mar 31, 2010 | Leave a Comment
A splash of sunlight penetrating an ancient temple cloister signals a distinctive celebration at Prasat Phanom Rung.
Knowing the exact moment to witness a spectacular sunrise through the doorway of an ancient Hindu temple requires a detailed calculation.
The amber sun is perfectly aligned in the centre of the main doorway to a temple standing on a former volcanic mountain in northeast Thailand.
Actually, the sun rays...
Significant Training Techniques in Muay Thai
Posted by admin on Jan 30, 2010 | 1 Comment
Muay Thai is the popular Thai kickboxing and is a mixture of several techniques employed in the rest of the forms of martial arts. Most of the times it is termed as the “science of 8 limbs” simply because almost all parts of the body are employed during the fight. The forehead, the fists, elbows, knees, and feet are often used as the weapons. It has been around for more than 2000 years and is basically regarded as...
How Do Thai People Celebrate New Year?
Posted by admin on Jan 29, 2010 | 1 Comment
When talking about celebrating the “new year” in Thailand, you need to first ask, “Which one?”. Last night, much the same as the rest of the world, the Thai people celebrated the new year by attending countdown events around the country. At the stroke of midnight, there were fireworks and a lot of cheering. However, Thai people have only been celebrating the 1st of January as the first day of...
Muay Thai Boxing Camp In Thailand
Posted by admin on Jan 28, 2010 | 11 Comments
Muay Thai, or Thai kickboxing has really gone international. There are enthusiasts all around the world and fighters are no longer just Thai nationals. You also don’t need to train in Thailand any more as there are world renowned boxing training camps in America, Europe and Australia. However, some people do decide to opt for something a bit more authentic and train in Thailand. You will find it can also be a lot...
Bangkok Areas
Posted by admin on Jan 02, 2010 | Leave a Comment
Given the sheer size of Bangkok and the city’s ethnic and cosmopolitan diversity, it’s not surprising that certain areas have become a reflection of their inhabitants. Chinatown is vibrant and colourful, completely different to nearby Khao San Road with its backpacker brigade and the commercial hubs of Siam or Silom.
Certain areas have also become much more popular because of their unique attractions, accessibility...
What to Do in Bangkok
Posted by admin on Jan 01, 2010 | 6 Comments
You’ll never be without ideas for things to do in Bangkok – that’s something you can count on! Apart from the customary sight-seeing, shopping and nightlife pleasures that await, Bangkok has something to thrill young or old. Whether you’re an active or passive participator, the Thai capital provides well for its more than ten million permanent inhabitants and the millions of visitors that flock here.
Sport...
Thai Foods | Amazing Taste of Thailand
Posted by admin on Dec 26, 2009 | 6 Comments
Thai food is certainly world famous these days. It has been estimated that there are now Thai restaurants in 13,000 locations around the world. These range from fast-food take-aways to up-market restaurants. Many of them have been set up by Thai expatriates living abroad. But there are also many restaurants run by foreigners who have fallen in love with Thai food while on holiday in Thailand. In 2007, tourists in Thailand...
Thai Foods|Nam Phrik Mamuang
Posted by admin on Dec 25, 2009 | 1 Comment
nam phrik mamuang
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This is a dip called “nam phrik mamuang”. In the ingredients pictured below, you can see palm sugar, red chilli, red shallots, dried shrimp, green mango and shrimp paste in the middle.
Put the shrimp paste into a mortar and pound in the shallots and dried shrimps. Also add the hot chilli, sugar, fish sauce and finally the shredded green mango.
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