Wandering around the local Khlong Toei area in Bangkok’s 37°C heat to confirm a rumor. I found est COLA, a national drink born from a dispute with Pepsi, served in a bag—maximizing the local vibe! Lighter carbonation and a soft sweetness compared to a certain cola. The ingredient that enhanced the flavor was Thailand’s shining sun.

A picturesque dish in Thailand, "Khao Pad Sapparot"—pineapple fried rice. Like a pilaf, the rice is loaded with nuts and pineapple, making it fun and photogenic—perfect for posting! Enjoy it with beer and songs! The singer’s outfit at the restaurant was also very revealing, but I’ll refrain from posting those pictures.

Commonly seen at Bangkok’s street stalls, roti. Eating it on Rambuttri Road near Khao San Road! Freshly grilled, crispy, and juicy banana. Sweetened with condensed milk and chocolate, adding happiness and guilt! As time passed, only the sweet memory of that sinful roti remains in my heart. The guilt stayed in my belly.

Eating Pad Thai in the food court of the toy paradise mall, Mega Plaza in Bangkok! The chewy rice noodles absorbed the sweet sauce, crispy bean sprouts, and flavorful dried shrimp. Toastiness in food is essential. I also found a PS2 version of Mario Kart, making the whole experience even more nostalgic and delightful.

In Thailand, there's a cute jelly called PIPO, which I found blended into a Yakult smoothie—a quirky delight! Ordered, and it was handed over from the fridge at lightning speed. Sipping it through a straw, the sherbet-like Yakult was delicious, and the sweet jelly added random joy! Kids will love it—I guarantee because my mind is childlike.

Even if you can't read Thai, you can guess the flavor of the drink by its color. Vitagen tastes like Yakult! It’s less sweet with a slight tang but very drinkable. The power of color association with lactic acid drinks is impressive. By the way, using color association, you can boldly drink carbonated barley tea in front of your wife. I take no responsibility.

Want to choke on pepper? Visit Kuay Chap Nai Ek in Yaowarat! The roll noodles soup features slippery, curly noodles and a peppery broth. Pork liver and tongue are plentiful, making it a hearty meal. Enjoying the sensation of choking on pepper made me happy watching others choke too. Happy ending.

Craving gyudon abroad? Head to “Gyu-no-Ya” on Thaniya Road in Bangkok! The name and signboard are intriguingly imitative. The beef was slightly overcooked but still genuine gyudon. The sauce was delicious, closely resembling Yoshinoya’s! Researching the company, it turned out to be a rental office in Osaka. Oh, someone’s at the door.

At Manila Airport, ready to depart, I discovered ensaymada to avoid leaving regrets. I repeatedly asked the clerk, "Is this Filipino bread?" Nervously, I took a bite and experienced the rich cheese flavor and sweet cream with crunchy sugar—a masterpiece! This taught me that delicious food leaves regrets.

Third stop in Little Tokyo: Misaki. Overwhelmed by the vast Japanese menu, I ordered lapu-lapu sashimi. It was firm and tasty, but not as fresh. The tekka maki had fragrant nori and solid tuna, but the rice was a bit hard. The extensive sake menu was a plus. I was highly satisfied with little to complain about.