Icon Siam in Thailand feels like the most densely populated place. Enjoying one of the world's top three soups, Tom Yum Goong, with the night view. The shrimp's umami and perfect sourness make my brain happy with every sip, and the cilantro adds an unending thrill! Watching the scenery alone, I felt like I was with a guy named Tom Yam. I mean, Tom Yum.
A dessert with a cute name: Khao Niao Mamuang. The emerald green sticky rice is of high quality and gentle sweetness, making me glad to be in Thailand. The mango is super juicy, making Thailand the best! Wanting more sweet happiness, I poured on coconut milk and regretted the overwhelming sweetness. Lesson: check your brakes when you're happy.
At Bangkokian Museum, a historic site in Bangkok. The house, donated by a single owner, offers a glimpse into Thai life 100 years ago. Later, I pondered my single life at a café. What could I donate? My games, dollar-store plates, wrinkled laundry? With nothing to leave behind, I decided to live in the present.
Found Taiwanese onigiri, fantuan, in Thailand! The Thai version is wrapped in seaweed for easy eating, with chewy purple rice from black rice giving it a sophisticated look. The fillings, like mayo-flavored chicken and pickles, are crunchy and lively! The local, tough Taiwanese version versus the stylish, universal Thai version—both ways of life are cool.
Feeling tired of life? Head to the juice stand BOOST! A cup full of vitamins and minerals will recharge you and make you a stronger, more positive person! Weak people, you know, look down on others. But I get it. Sometimes you need to look down to feel secure. But when I look down, there’s no one below me, so I have to look up.
Bangkok's Banthat Thong Road is a gourmet spot where I discovered tofu pudding, bringing back memories of Taiwan. In Thailand, it’s called Tao Fuay. The mildly sweet milk highlights the flavors of tofu and ginkgo, perfect for a break while exploring. Spending fun times with Thailand while thinking of Taiwan made me feel like a bit of a jerk.
Traditional Thai drink Sato Siam? My first sip was puzzling, like a super sweet and fruity sake. Curious, I researched and found it's made from glutinous rice, popular in rice-growing regions. Learning about alcohol is fun! When you’re interested in something, it sticks in your memory. Glug, glug! The only thing that stuck with me the next day was the alcohol.
Thai seaweed snack Tao Kae Noi is crispy and pairs well with beer! Surprising fact: this business was started by a 19-year-old, dubbed “Little Boss,” or Tao Kae Noi in Thai. It even got a movie adaptation! Perhaps in Thailand, where seaweed wasn’t common, Tao Kae Noi has become synonymous with seaweed.
Heard rumors about an amazing rat na (noodle with gravy) near Bangkok's Chinatown, so I had to investigate. I ordered, but it wasn’t noodles—it was crispy rice! And it was the perfect choice. The crispy, chewy rice cake with the delicious gravy sauce made my beer disappear. The rumors were true. Incidentally, the rumor about a drunk guy taking cheerful selfies was also true.
Thai dish Moo Ping: tender pork with a delightful chew and a sweet, rich sauce that pairs perfectly with beer! Speaking of which, when I find a dish I love, I dream of opening a restaurant abroad. If I started a Moo Ping shop, I'd mass-produce with my secret sauce, stock up on beer, and spend all day eating and drinking in my room.
