2011-07-31

How do you call yourself?

You probably wonder as to why did i come up with this title. Well, on July 29, 2011 our friends' daughter celebrated her 7th birthday at Coffee N' More Restaurant (belated happy birthday Cje). It was a fun filled night with lots of dancing and all - but before that of course, the waiter served some of their delicacies. You can see from these photos that it looked like a fish roll. I checked google but found nothing of this sort online. Here, have a closer look on the next photo and tell me if you happen to know what is this called.

The fish was rolled with some veggies inside (can you say fish meat, anyway?). On top if it are basil leaves,sliced and ground chilies, and lettuces. I can vouch that this Thai food is delectable and juicy. However, for those who are not fond of spicy food, you have been warned! But then again, i think it's worth a try.

 BON APPETIT!

Edited: I was told by a friend that this is another Pla Thaptim cooked differently. They call it spicy steamed thaptim.

2011-07-26

Thai Lechon?

Lechon is a popular food in Spain and in almost all of its colonial possessions around the world. The word "Lechon was derived from the Spanish word leche which means milk, thus its literal translation in English would be roasted suckling pig.

It is prepared throughout the year more specifically during weddings, birthdays, holidays, and other occasions. The pig is cooked and is placed over burning charcoals whilst being roasted on all sides for several hours - until the skin becomes crispy.

On June 11, 2011 in Thailand, the Filipino community celebrated the Philippine's 113th independence. Each region presented its popular dish to the community. The region 4 with the help of Mr. Primo managed to obtain a lechon. Kudos to him! I was not able to taste the lechon, though.  Anyway, here is the Thai Lechon in three different shots.

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