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Chiang Rai Draws Big Crowds for Low-Cost Durian

CHIANG RAI – A well-known fruit seller called “Jea Da” or Sister Da has sparked strong interest across Chiang Rai after bringing truckloads of premium durian straight from the orchards. Prices start at just 79 baht per kilogram, and the promotion runs from May 12 to 17, 2026. A popular “durian for 1 baht” offer […]

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Thai Consumers Squeezed as Everyday Street Food Prices Jump

BANGKOK – For millions of people in Thailand, the daily routine starts and ends with a quick, affordable trip to a local street food cart. Whether it is a comforting bowl of chicken rice, a warm bag of soy milk in the morning, or a spicy plate of basil fried rice with a crispy fried egg […]

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Shoppers Turn to Buying Pork By the Gram as Pork Prices Costs Rise

CHIANG RAI - Fresh pork prices are still rising in markets across northern Thailand, and many families are feeling the strain. In Chiang Rai, vendors have raised prices by 10 to 50 baht per kilogram over the past few weeks.

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Thailand’s Egg Cooperative Network Announce Price Increase

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CHIANG RAI - Thailand's nationwide network of egg farmer cooperatives has lifted the farm-gate price for mixed chicken eggs from 3.20 baht to 3.40 baht per egg, starting Monday, March 16, 2026.

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Railay Thai Express: What to Order and How to Visit

A good Thai meal can feel like a shortcut to a better day. You want big flavor, not a long wait, and you don't want to guess what to order. Railay Thai Express makes that easy.

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Is Bangkok Street Food Getting More Expensive in 2026?

BANGKOK - Thailand's street food still ranks among the best-value eats on the planet. Still, more people are noticing higher prices in some areas. That has sparked plenty of chatter about whether Bangkok's cheap meals are fading fast.

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Ajinomoto Hosts “Eating is a Miracle” Turning Siam Square Into a Comfort Eating Space

BANGKOK - Ajinomoto Co. (Thailand) Ltd. continues its work to support a society where people can truly "Eat Well, Live Well." This year, the company moves its "Eating is a Miracle" campaign into its second year.

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Aulis Phuket Welcomes GOAT Chefs for a Michelin-Starred Event on March 7th

PHUKET - Following the success of our collaboration in Bangkok in August 2025, we are delighted to welcome Michelin-starred and Green-starred GOAT to Aulis Phuket for a special one-night-only four-hands dinner.

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The New Michelin Guide Thailand 2026: Which Restaurants Won Stars?

BANGKOK - The Michelin Guide Thailand 2026 is out, and it puts a bright spotlight on how fast the country's culinary landscape keeps growing.

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What to Eat in Thailand: 15 Thai Desserts You Must Try

This practical guide to Thai desserts covers what to try in Thailand, what each sweet tastes like, where it’s usually sold (night markets, food courts, dessert shops), and simple ways to order without stress.

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