Sukhothai

Crispy rice cakes with sweet cane sugar drizzle. Khao Taen, also known as Nang Let in Northern Thai dialect, is a traditional Thai snack made from sun-dried or oven-dried sticky rice cakes that are deep-fried until they puff up into golden, crispy crackers. The crunchy rice cakes are then drizzled with a rich caramelized palm sugar syrup, creating a perfect balance of texture and sweetness. This ancient snack originated in Northern and Northeastern Thailand as a clever way to preserve and repurpose leftover sticky rice before the age of refrigeration. Today, it remains a beloved traditional treat found at temple ceremonies, festivals, and local markets throughout Northern Thailand.

Sukhothai rice noodles, also known as Kuay Tiao Sukhothai, is a beloved soul-warming soup from northern Thailand that represents the heart of Thai civilization. This classic noodle dish features thin rice noodles (sen lek) served in a Tom Yum-inspired broth with tender pork, crunchy green beans, ground peanuts, and pickled turnip. The broth is aromatic with Thai fried garlic and balanced with bright lime juice, creating a harmonious blend of savory, tangy, and subtly spicy flavors. Often topped with crunchy pork cracklings and fresh herbs, this dish is a culinary time capsule taking you back to the 13th-century Sukhothai Kingdom.