“Chinese Food in Thai : Food Cultural Diversity”

Abstract

Chinese food in Thailand varies among cultural diversity that is influenced by the changes of cultural background and its context. Therefore, the culture of Chinese food has been studied to understand the diversity of food culture changes, raw materials, cooking methods as well as the selection of equipment to balance the combination that meets the preferences of Thai people in taste, color, smell, and its appearance. Chinese food in Thailand has so many processes, namely boiling, stewing, steaming, and frying due to immigration. Chinese food has a huge influence on culture. In particular, there are modifications to meet the needs of people in Thailand. There is empirical evidence of the origins of Chinese cuisine, which is a body of knowledge that is passed on from generation to generation. Chinese food in Thailand is unique and full of charming which shows the value of wisdom, way of life, and cultural heritage of Thailand as well.