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Pineapple fried rice — khao pad sapparot (ข้าวผัดสัปรด) in Thai — is one of those dishes that’s as fun to look at as it is to eat. Served inside a carved pineapple half, studded with raisins, cashews, and your choice of protein, it’s become a must-order for anyone visiting Thailand. But Bangkok’s pineapple fried rice […]

Bangkok’s old town (Rattanakosin) is famous for temples, the Grand Palace, and Khao San Road. But if you know where to look, it’s also one of the best areas in Bangkok for affordable food and drinks without sacrificing quality. The secret? Skip the tourist traps on Khao San and walk a few blocks deeper into

Best Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao) in Bangkok — 2026 Guide Pad kee mao (ผัดขี้เมา) — literally “drunken stir-fry” — is one of Thailand’s most underrated dishes. While tourists flock to pad thai, locals know that pad kee mao is where the real flavor is. Wide rice noodles, holy basil, fresh chilies, garlic, and your

Where to Find the Best River Prawn in Bangkok (2026) If there’s one dish that separates casual Thai food lovers from serious foodies, it’s river prawn — known in Thai as goong ten (กุ้งแม่น้ำ). These giant freshwater prawns are a delicacy in Thailand, prized for their sweet, firm meat and rich, buttery heads. If you’re