Thai Green Papaya Salad ("Som Tam")

This green papaya salad, also known as "som tam", is popular the world over, and when you taste it you'll know why. The slightly tart flavor of the green papaya combines wonderfully with the spice of red chili and the saltiness of fish sauce and the sweetness of honey (note that it can also be made vegetarian/vegan - see
recipe).

Chicken Satay

Ingredients
Turmeric 1 tsp ground
Shallots 3-4 peeled and sliced thin
Lemongrass 1 stalk sliced thin
diagonally
Galangal ¼” piece fresh
Garlic 1 clove peeled and smashed
Sea Salt ½ tsp
Sugar 2 tsp
Cooking oil 2 tbsp Canola or peanut
Bamboo Skewers 20

Tom Kha Gai (Thai coconut chicken soup)

One of the tastiest and easiest Thai foods to prepare, tom kha simply requires fresh lemongrass –dried galangal and packaged coconut milk will still produce a decent soup. While technically a soup, it is typically served with rice and eaten like a curry, ladled over the rice and then eaten.

Spring Rolls

While quite simple to make, getting the spring rolls to roll up and stay together takes a little practice. Fortunately these tasty treats are enjoyable to make regularly, so you are bound to get it right eventually.

Gang Keo Wan / Thai Green Curry

Typically gang keo wan (Thai green curry) is prepared with beef, though chicken, pork, or fish can be substituted. This dish also lends itself well to vegetarians, who may add different vegetables, such as carrot or zucchini. As a mild curry, the level of spiciness can be adjusted up or down to taste.

Dos & Don'ts

Thai culture
Thai culture is incredibly warm and welcoming; Thai people are both open to other people’s religious and political beliefs and very proud of their own culture. However, while sensitive to the behavior of others, Thai people follow some cultural practices that can be awkward for some visitors. Typically, Thais will not show

Facilities for Disable Travelers

The vast majority of physically challenged Thai people live in rural areas. Generally, it is the responsibility of families to care for and provide for their disabled relatives, and there is very little government help available.