Michelin-Starred Chef Jay Fai Dispels Retirement Rumors: Bangkoks Iconic Street Food Lives On
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On October 29th, 2024, Michelin-starred chef Supinya "Jay Fai" Junsuta, famous for her iconic Bangkok street food, clarified rumors about her restaurant’s potential closure in 2025.
Jay Fai stated that the speculation began...
Thai Restaurant Association Urges More Economic Stimulus as Dining Sector Revives
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On October 21st, 2024, Mrs. Thaniwan Kulmongkol, the president of the Thai Restaurant Association, stated that the first phase of the 10,000-baht handout for welfare cardholders and vulnerable groups has helped revive the...
Texas Chicken Announces Closure in Thailand, Final Day Set for September 30th
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On September 16th, 2024, Texas Chicken, a fast-food chain under PTT Oil and Retail Business (OR), announced that it will close all of its branches in Thailand by September 30th, 2024, after operating...
Thai Restaurant Association Praises New Cash Distribution Plan for Vulnerable Groups
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On August 24th, 2024, Mrs. Thaniwan Kulmongkol, the president of the Thai Restaurant Association, expressed her approval of the new government's plan to distribute 10,000 baht in cash to 14.5 million vulnerable citizens...
Restaurant Industry Faces Over 50% Drop in Spending, Urges Government for Immediate Stimulus
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On July 31st, 2024, Mr. Sorathep Rojpotjanaruch, the Chairman of the Thai Restaurant Business Association, revealed that the restaurant industry has faced a significant drop in spending, exceeding 50% recently.
The association had...
Amazing Food Festival 2024 Elevates Thailand’s Gastronomic Tourism Experiences
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Phuket, 6 July 2024 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is hosting a series of the “Amazing Food Festival 2024” events to highlight the diversity of Thai food culture and elevate Thailand’s status...
Restaurant Business Association Urges Thai PM for Urgent Economic Stimulus to Prevent Further Closures
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On July 1st, 2024, Mr. Sorathep Rojpotjanaruch, the President of the Thai Restaurant Business Association, submitted a letter to Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, urging immediate consideration of economic stimulus measures to prevent...
Thai PM Launches Phenix Project to Establish Thailand as Global Food Wholesale Hub
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On June 26th, 2024, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin presided over the Phenix project, aiming to position Thailand as the world's food wholesale hub, with additional participation from other prominent political figures.
Srettha stated...
Thai Mango Sticky Rice Placed 2nd Best Rated Dishes with Mango Globally
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Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has praised the recent recognition of Thailand's mango dishes, particularly Thai Mango Sticky Rice, which placed 2nd on the "26 Best Rated Dishes with Mango" list by TasteAtlas. The...
Bangkok Ranked 6th Best City for Food Globally by Time Out Magazine
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On June 5th, 2024, Thai Government spokesperson Chai Watcharong announced that the lifestyle and travel guide magazine "Time Out" has ranked Bangkok, Thailand, as the 6th best city in the world for food.
Time Out...