Thai Cuisine: Facts and challenges
Spice Up Your Life (and Maybe Your Tears), But Seriously, the Sugar! A Hilarious Look at Thai Cuisine Ah, Thai food. That glorious battlefield where your taste buds engage in a thrilling (and sometimes tear-inducing) dance-off. It's a culinary adventure that can leave you feeling like a flavor conquistador or, at times, a whimpering chili-pepper casualty. Let's be honest, ordering Thai food can feel like a high-stakes gamble. You see those innocent-looking chili symbols on the menu, and you think, "Oh, I can handle a little spice." Three bites later, you're questioning all your life choices while frantically searching for the nearest glass of milk (which, let's face it, rarely helps). The Five (and a Half) Food Groups of Thailand (According to Me), With Regional Shout-Outs (and a Sugar Warning!): Forget your pyramids and plates. In Thailand, the food groups are more like: Sweet Things That Sneak Up On You (Especially in Central Thailand's Desserts, But H...