Something to Whet Your Appe-Thai
By Johnson Lee Chong Fatt, Tan Lii Inn
December 2018 FEATURE
When we think about Thai food, we think of fiery, strong-tasting dishes such as tom yam or kerabu. But Thai cuisine is much more diverse than that – from the boiled and grilled dishes in Isaan (north-eastern Thailand) to the diverse curries of central Thailand and spicy, piquant soups down south.Left: Nak, and his family.Malaysia’s northern states’ close proximity to Thailand means that their food has distinct Thai influences – from the types of herbs to the generous use of...
Johnson Lee Chong Fatt
is a dedicated tutor who teaches Mandarin and Thai. He loves travelling and often leads tours to find inspiration.
Tan Lii Inn
graduated with a Master’s Degree from Korea University. He is currently an analyst at Penang Institute.
