Articles

Articles about Thai cooking, ingredients, and culture.

Ask The Cook

Ask any questions of our expert Thai cooks and chefs.

December 12, 1999Ask

Measurement Conversions

Reference tables for converting units. Handy sometimes.

December 12, 1999Reference

Being a Vegetarian with Thai food

Goodbye meat centric meals, hello rice and veggies. Thai food is a great source of vegetarian meals and ideas.

December 14, 1999Vegetarian

How to Order a Bowl of Noodles

Who knew there were so many noodle soup choices? Go well beyond saying 'I'll have what he's having.'

July 27, 2000Food Adventures

Revealing A Temple with Food

Finding the street food of Bangkok 15,000 miles from home.

February 4, 2007Food Adventures

Where you could eat in Thailand

Thailand is the Land of Food. From cheap street vendors on nearly every street corner to fine restaurants, you can get wowed on any budget.

March 15, 2000Food Adventures

Why Asian Food Saves You Money

There's a number of non-obvious reasons that you can save significant money shopping at asian markets.

February 1, 2002Basics

Snacking on the Streets of Bangkok

Thai Food Carts: sure vacation ender OR $0.25 gourmet dishes to-die-for?

By Natty NetsuwanSeptember 27, 2000Food Adventures

Going to the Market

The outdoor markets in Thailand are nothing like you've ever seen.

March 14, 2000Food Adventures

The Siam Weight Loss Diet

Despite an excess of great food, Thailand is a nation of thin people. Learn why and how to apply their very different principles to your life.

February 27, 2006Philosophy

The Basics of Speaking Thai

You can chat with the restaurant's owner, get special dishes and impress your date -- all with a few choice words.

March 10, 2000Speaking

The Truth About Peanut Sauce

Peanut sauce has somehow found itself under Thai cuisine's umbrella. Who let it in?

May 5, 2000Editorial

Choosing a Rice Cooker or Steamer

How to buy a rice cooker. Explores the features and options available across the various brands. Helps you decide what to get.

February 25, 2006Tools

Cooking Tools

Kitchen equipment: What's really needed to cook Thai food? what's not?

By Natty NetsuwanMarch 15, 2000Tools

Snacking on Deep Fried Bugs in Thailand

Despite Survivor and Fear Factor, is eating bugs passee?

July 25, 2000Food Adventures

The Philosophy of Thai Food

There are some fundamental differences between Thai and western meals.

March 14, 2000Philosophy