Bangkok: Foodie Paradise!
Bangkok, the bustling capital of Thailand, is a very modern city that is fighting to keep cultural traditions alive. The center of modern Bangkok, the business district, is home to glass skyscrapers and astounding amounts of traffic. Visitors to the city will enjoy leaving the downtown area and exploring the quieter, calmer, and more traditional areas of Bangkok.
The Big Mango, as Bangkok is sometimes called, was founded in 1782 when King Rama moved the city across the river to it’s current location. Visitors will find that much of the culture from the time of King Rama still exists among the modern construction seen throughout the city. A walk down any street will be a cultural adventure as monks wearing saffron robes mingle with “hi so’s”, the socialites of the city. Also present will be the new business class of Bangkok dressed in tailored suits and carrying all manner of electronic devices.
One constant in Bangkok is the food. The city offers guests some of the best, and freshest, food in the world. Not only will you be able to taste local delights in a variety of restaurants, visitors to the city have the unique opportunity to learn the Thai style of cooking.
One of the most unusual, and definitely the most fun, cooking experiences can be found at Mrs. Balbirs. The school, located in her home, is unlike any other cooking school you will find because of the lively Mrs. Bilbirs. She is one of Bangkok’s most colorful characters- the owner of her own restaurant and a TV host. In her home kitchen, students gather around her large farm table to chop, stir and julienne fresh ingredients before moving to the stove to prepare them in the Thai tradition. While students cook, Mrs. Bilbirs amuses them with funny stories, local cultural, and interesting cooking techniques. The school is a must for any “foodie” visiting the Big Mango.
Book Bangkok hotels
Bangkok photo gallery:
