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What is “Thai Select”?
Thai cuisine takes pride of place in our natural heritage, practised as an art form and handed down from generation to generation. Thai food not only tastes good but also looks beautiful, with intricate carvings and creative decorations. It is always a hearty feast filled with the fun and fiery flavours of Thai culinary creations. In this tradition the Royal Thai Government and Thai Trade have bestowed the “Thai Select” label onto what is considered to be the best Thai restaurants in Canada. To enjoy Thai dining, you don’t actually need to be in Thailand. The Royal Thai Government has ensured that you will have an authentic Thai experience at restaurants with the “Thai Select” logo. These restaurants understand the importance of maintaining high standards of quality and have responded with this seal of approval. The “Thai Select” symbol certifies that the food, hospitality and atmosphere of the restaurant is authentic. Chefs must be carefully trained in the preparation of benefice Thai meals. Receiving this prestigious award isn’t easy. The bar is set high and the guidelines are strict. Still, through training and inspections, Thai restaurants worldwide have achieved this distinction. So in your travels, look for the “Thai Select” stamp of approval. It assures you that delicious Thai cuisine is being served in a pleasant atmosphere which comes with a famous Thai smile. Your experience will not be just a meal, but a journey into Thai culture. Thai food, International cuisine Thai food has rapidly grown in popularity among casual diners and gourmets alike, earning the status of one of the world’s most popular cuisines. And while most people think of spicy meals laced with chili as the predominant factor, this is far from the truth. In all Thai dishes, there must always be a balanced harmony of flavours. Few cuisines can offer such a wonderful array of sensations that delight and tease the taste buds quite like Thai food. Whether in a rich, fragrant Thai curry, a spicy soup, a savoury salad or a sweet dessert, the competing and complementary flavours in every dish create a harmonious blend that once tasted will never be forgotten.  
Distinctive features of Thai food At the centre of every Thai meal is rice, the staple of a Thai diet. Not surprising considering the Kingdom is the world’s top exporter of rice. The finest variety is Thai Hom Mali Rice, which is widely recognized as the best in the world. Often imitated but never duplicated, this fine food grain is an important element in Thai dining. And while Thai Hom Mali Rice is the basis for any meal, herbs and spices surely make up its heart. It is these ingredients which provide a dazzling array of delicious and exotic tastes that make Thai cuisine so distinct. While diners often expect chilli in their Thai dishes, it is also common to find garlic, lemongrass, basil, mint and other herbs used as well. In fact, if you order a medley of Thai dishes you will certainly taste these herbs in most if not all that is offered. As with many cultures, Thais have used herbs and spices for centuries as essential remedies and medicines. Also, with all these natural mouth-watering ingredients, there is no reason for chemical or artificial additives, which is why Thai food is considered so healthy. What makes Thai food extra special is its intricate balance of spicy, sweet, and sour flavours. Tom Yam Goong, or “hot and sour prawn soup,” is a perfect example of blending tastes and flavours. This is a tasty, fiery soup featuring prawns, mushrooms, lemongrass, and other spices and may well be the Thai national dish.  
Thai Cultural Heritage It is the cultural heritage of the different regions of Thailand that contribute to so much variety. From the north we get delicacies like Pad Thai, or Thai-style fried noodles, while from the south comes a wide variety of curries – green, red, and others. There are grilled meats from the northeast, and from the coastal regions, fresh seafood. If the great variety of meals and flavours of Thai cooking are legendary, then so are the preparation methods. Whether your dish is stir-fried, grilled, steamed, boiled, deep-fried, or sun-dried — skilled Thai chefs have perfected them all. For Thai restaurants Objectives of “Thai Select” certification • To recognize and endorse quality Thai restaurants. • To increase the recognition of quality Thai restaurants. • To encourage Thai restaurateurs to embrace a quality standard at an international level. Categories of restaurants certified as a “Thai Select” restaurant • Traditional Thai Cuisine: Restaurants offering Thai cuisine using traditional recipes while maintaining traditional Thai style. • Modern Thai Cuisine: Restaurants offering Modern Thai cuisine incorporating food of different countries, such as spaghetti served with Thai green curry sauce, or restaurants that do not serve food and have interior decoration that would be considered traditional Thai style. “Thai Select” restaurant criteria • The restaurant must provide areas such as dining facilities, kitchen, restroom, etc. according to regional health and safety requirements. • The restaurant must employ an experienced Thai head chef or a chef with no less than one year experience and training in preparing Thai cuisine. • The restaurant must use an adequate proportion of Thai raw materials and equipment for preparation of Thai dishes. How to become a “Thai Select” Restaurant in Canada In order to be certified a “Thai Select” Restaurant in Canada, please contact the nearest Thai Trade Centre.
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