Thailand offers a culinary experience that’s as diverse and captivating as its culture.
While many travellers may be familiar with the popular dishes like pad thai and tom yum goong, Thai cuisine is far more expansive and nuanced than often perceived.
Beyond the well-known favourites, Thai food is a tapestry woven with regional specialties, each with its unique flavours and cooking techniques. From the fiery curries of the south to the herb-infused noodle soups of the north, every region boasts its own culinary treasures.
Food in Thailand is more than just sustenance; it’s woven into the fabric of social life and is a source of immense pride. Meals are usually shared events, where friends and family gather around dishes, enjoying both the flavours and the camaraderie. This time-honoured tradition transforms each meal into an occasion to connect and enjoy together.
From humble street food stalls to Michelin-starred restaurants, every bite in Thailand tells a story. Read on to discover a few of EXO’s culinary experiences.
Explore the best kept secrets of Bangkok’s street food while walking through a maze of atmospheric sidestreets.
- Visit food stalls and markets in the old town
- Gain a better understanding of Thai street food culture
- Chat with shop owners and learn about secret recipes
Gain insight into the modern capital’s spiritual, culinary and cultural traditions
- Explore fresh markets and sample an array of traditional Thai dishes
- Receive a blessing from a local monk at a quiet temple
- Step back in time with a walk through rural neighbourhoods and a quaint museum
Take to the streets of Phuket’s old town to discover the best local food.
- See influences that the island’s multi-cultural background has had on its food.
- Enjoy a dim sum breakfast, washed down with a cup of locally-grown coffee
- Gain understanding of Thailand’s culinary culture and traditions
Immerse in the eclectic nightlife and food culture of Chiang Mai while riding pillion on stylish Vespas.
- Visit a colourful evening market and dine by the riverside
- Cruise through backstreets on the back of a Vespa scooter
- Sip a cocktail at a local bar while enjoying loive music
Deep dives into Thai cuisine
EXO Travel curates personalised culinary journeys, crafted to suit the unique tastes—quite literally—of each traveller. These multi-day itineraries are designed to inspire trip planning with exceptional culinary experiences, offering a chance to savour the very best of Thailand.
- Culinary Trails of Thailand This twelve-day journey delves into the heart of Thai cuisine, from hidden street food gems to intimate gourmet chef’s tables. Spanning Bangkok to Chiang Mai and venturing off the beaten path to Ayutthaya, Khao Yai—home to Thailand’s first vineyard—and Chiang Rai, the trip combines rich culinary experiences with unique cultural encounters, art, nature and stays at stylish boutique properties.
- Isaan Food Trails Get a taste of Thailand’s famous- and fiery- Isaan cuisine. Spend four days in the north-eastern province exploring historic sites and sampling mouth-watering regional dishes. Dine at top tables, join a local family for a hands-on cooking class and sip delicious wine at Thailand’s first vineyard.
EXO Travel is a premium Destination Management Company (DMC) providing bespoke travel solutions across a growing portfolio of global destinations. Our services range from one-off tours for individual travellers to memorable incentive trips for groups of hundreds or thousands.
Established in 1993, we’ve harnessed in-depth local knowledge and a widely-recognized penchant for authentic, groundbreaking touring to become a leading DMC for the premium travel market. As a Certified B Corporation, EXO is also demonstrably committed to sustainability and using travel as a force for good.
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